Behavioral Health Employment Specialist (IPS)

Atelier Melange LLC; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 45,598,560 - 50,971,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility after 1 year

Optional medical, dental, AD&D, Long–/

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ATC Healthcare Services, LLC in McDonough, GA seeks a dependable Supportive Employment Specialist to join a permanent team. You will help adults achieve competitive employment using IPS methods, conduct career profiles, and coordinate with mental health teams to support clients in real-world job settings.

Qualifications include a social services degree and one year of related experience, plus a valid license and background check.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a social services related field from an accredited college or university AND one year of experience in a social services related field
• Valid Driver's License
• Fingerprint-Based Background Check of the Georgia and Federal Criminal History Record
• Drug Screen
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for seven years

Responsibilities

• As a Supported Employment Specialist in Mental Health, you will help adult participants achieve their employment goals and succeed in the community.
• Follows IPS model of Supported Employment.
• Conducts a career profile and vocational assessment for clients.
• Engages clients and establishes trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward competitive employment.
• Refers clients to benefits counseling, as needed.
• Assesses clients' vocational functioning on ongoing basis.
• Discusses client's preference for disclosure of psychiatric status to employers.
• Conducts job development and job search activities directed toward positions that are individualized.
• Conducts a minimum of six employer contacts per week.
• Provides individualized follow-along supports to assist clients in maintaining employment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a social services related field

Job description

ATC Healthcare Services, LLC in McDonough, GA seeks a dependable Supportive Employment Specialist to join a permanent team. You will help adults achieve competitive employment using IPS methods, conduct career profiles, and coordinate with mental health teams to support clients in real-world job settings.

Qualifications include a social services degree and one year of related experience, plus a valid license and background check.