Community-Based Vocational Counselor & Job Coach

Copa Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks + wellness day

10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000

403(b) retirement plan with company/eg

Employee Assistance Program with free—

Life insurance and disability coverage

Pet insurance

Job summary

Copa Health seeks an ACT employment specialist to deliver direct treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive services in community settings. You will contribute to employment readiness, job development, and placement for ACT members as part of a clinical team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Rehabilitation Specialists and BHMP, on-call crisis support, and weekend/holiday coverage to ensure consistent member support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; four years of full-time direct care experience in behavioral health
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or a bachelor’s in a non-related field with one year experience
• One year of training or experience in vocational rehabilitation and support; job development or coaching experience preferred
• Must have Fingerprint Clearance Card or be eligible to obtain one within eight weeks; TB test clearance required

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized employment plans with members focusing on skill development, job readiness, and placement
• Provide vocational counseling, coaching, resume writing, interview prep, and workplace behavior guidance
• Establish and maintain partnerships with employers, training programs, and community organizations to create job opportunities
• Collaborate with ACT team to coordinate comprehensive care and support for members
• Meet with members in the community to provide supportive counseling and skill development
• Complete clinical documentation timely and meet engagement goals as defined by Copa Health

Skills

Empathy & Communication

Behavioral health knowledge

Job development experience

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent with experience

Tools

Fingerprint Clearance Card

TB Test clearance

AZ Driver’s License

Job description

Copa Health seeks an ACT employment specialist to deliver direct treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive services in community settings. You will contribute to employment readiness, job development, and placement for ACT members as part of a clinical team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Rehabilitation Specialists and BHMP, on-call crisis support, and weekend/holiday coverage to ensure consistent member support.