Employment Specialist (Mental health) (Vancouver)

Service Alternatives, Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Mileage reimbursement

Continuing Education

Job summary

Service Alternatives, Inc. is seeking a Full time Employment Specialist for our Employment Service program in the Tri-Cities area (Vancouver, WA). The starting wage is $21.00 per hour with potential for growth to $23.00 per hour.

A valid CPR/First Aid license, a driver's license, and background check are required. A bachelor’s degree in social services is preferred, with 1 year of relevant experience. We offer comprehensive benefits including 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, disability

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clear criminal history and pass a background check.
• CPR/First Aid license (paid by SA) or willingness to obtain within 30 days.
• Current driver license, car, and car insurance.
• Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field is preferred.
• 1 year of experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Assist people in finding permanent employment for individuals experiencing mental health barriers.
• Work within the Employment Service program in the Tri-Cities area.
• Support clients to navigate job search, applications and interviews.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in social services or a closely related field

Tools

CPR/First Aid license

Current driver license, car, and car insurance

Job description

CES WEST SOUTHERN Full Time Professional Vancouver, WA, US 2 Attachments

12 days ago Requisition ID: 2759

Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Hourly

**43 Years of Advancing Potential**

Do you enjoy meeting and getting to know new folks? Then we need your help finding permanent employment for people experiencing metal health barriers .

We are looking for Full timeEmployment Specialist in our Employment Service program in the Tri-Cities area. The right candidate is hopeful about every person’s ability to succeed in employment. They are open minded and believe that work can help people manage mental illness.

Starting Wage: $21.00/hour
Program: #605
Location: Vanouver
Shifts: Typical shift is days but may occasionally work irregular hours

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Have a clear criminal history and pass a background check

Licensing and Certifications:

• Currently have or within 30 days of being hired CPR/First Aid license (paid by SA)
• Current driver license, car, and car insurance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or a closely related field.

OR

• 1 year of experience in the field

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off

*See attached "at a glance" for more information*

Additional Benefits:

• 7 agency recognized holidays as well as a preferred holiday and birthday leave
• Continuing Education Benefit of up to $500.00 per year.
• Mileage reimbursement

Service Alternatives is:

We are a values-driven human services company making an impact since 1983. We align our vision, mission and values in the operations of our business. Our Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB Statement can be found here: Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB

SA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

Attachments (2)

202609 Employment Specialist FCS Community.pdf

20260301 SA Benefits At-A-Glance Quick Ref Guide.pdf