Career Coach: IPS Supported Employment

Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free virtual primary care

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Medical insurance (BCBS of IL)

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term & short-term disability

Pet insurance

FSA

EAP

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Job summary

Trilogy, Inc. in Chicago seeks an Employment Specialist to deliver IPS-based vocational services to clients facing mental health challenges, across home, community, and office settings.

You will assess personal and environmental needs, develop individualized job plans, educate on entitlements, and coordinate with treatment teams to promote competitive employment with trauma-informed care and harm-reduction principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent clinical education in mental health settings.
• Relevant licensure or certifications as listed in qualifications.
• Experience in community-based mental health services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients to develop an individual employment plan.
• Educate clients about entitlements and disclosure to employers.
• Conduct job development and job search activities tailored to each client.
• Assist with applications, resumes, interviews, and attendance.
• Establish employer contacts to promote hiring opportunities and supports.
• Provide education and support to employers for accommodations and training.
• Deliver follow-along supports and coordinate with treatment teams.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED with two years of supervised clinical experience

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certificate of Psychiatric Rehabilitation

CRSS certification

Family Partnership Professional certificate

Occupational Therapy Assistant license

High school diploma with five years of supervised clinical experience

Job description

Trilogy, Inc. in Chicago seeks an Employment Specialist to deliver IPS-based vocational services to clients facing mental health challenges, across home, community, and office settings.

You will assess personal and environmental needs, develop individualized job plans, educate on entitlements, and coordinate with treatment teams to promote competitive employment with trauma-informed care and harm-reduction principles.