Community-Based IPS Employment & Education Specialist

Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits Package

Job summary

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. seeks a full-time Supported Employment and Education Specialist for OnTrackNY at the Brooklyn clinic.

The role focuses on education and competitive employment for youths and young adults in early psychosis during the IPS-based treatment model. Responsibilities include engaging participants, collaborating with the team, and supporting families while spending substantial time in community settings to facilitate job and education opportunities in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mental health-related field, social services, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Engaging participants and establishing trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of education or competitive employment in community job settings.
• Collaborating with other team members to deliver the SEE support within the IPS model context.
• Working closely with family members to educate and support work/school goals.
• Helping families navigate employment and educational systems and access resources.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mental health-related field, social services, or related field

Job description

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. seeks a full-time Supported Employment and Education Specialist for OnTrackNY at the Brooklyn clinic.

The role focuses on education and competitive employment for youths and young adults in early psychosis during the IPS-based treatment model. Responsibilities include engaging participants, collaborating with the team, and supporting families while spending substantial time in community settings to facilitate job and education opportunities in