Community Employment Coach (IPS Specialist)

Easterseals PORT; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Legal services

Merchant Discounts

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking an Employment Support Professional to help adults with mental health and/or substance use issues secure community-based employment in the Greenville territory. The role requires travel and a full-time schedule, Mon-Fri, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with times varying.

You will develop Person-Centered Employment Plans, collaborate with a network of providers and supports, and assist clients in achieving job readiness and production goals while ensuring services align with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience supporting adults with mental health disabilities and/or substance use is preferred.
• Knowledge of the labor market and community services agencies as well as skills in writing task analysis, systemic job training, counseling, advocacy and supported employment are preferred.
• Possesses a valid, unrestricted, state appropriate driver's license, has a good driving record and carries current, unrestricted vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develops the Person-Centered Employment Plan for individuals assigned to him or her.
• Collaborates with other ESP, Employment Peer Mentor, outside behavioral health providers, families, natural supports, housing, transportation, and other community service providers who support the individual.
• Assists individuals in mastering skills and meeting production standards. IPS EPS may be required to assist in performing individual’s job duties to maintain necessary production as well as model work behavior.
• Coordinates services with NCDVR staff.

Skills

Labor market knowledge

Task analysis

Systemic job training

Counseling

Advocacy

Supported employment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking an Employment Support Professional to help adults with mental health and/or substance use issues secure community-based employment in the Greenville territory. The role requires travel and a full-time schedule, Mon-Fri, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with times varying.

You will develop Person-Centered Employment Plans, collaborate with a network of providers and supports, and assist clients in achieving job readiness and production goals while ensuring services align with