Education Specialist: Supported Education- 7319

Community Health Resources; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off including birthday

Tuition reimbursement & professional发展

Job summary

Community Health Resources is seeking an Education Specialist to join our Supported Education program. This full-time role operates Monday–Friday, 8am–4:30pm or 8:30am–5pm, in a setting focused on helping individuals with substance use disorders pursue educational goals.

You will assess educational needs, develop personalized plans, and coordinate with educational institutions. The role emphasizes recovery support, collaboration, and client progress documentation within the service area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (rehabilitation, occupational therapy or related).
• Minimum of two years working with individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Valid driver’s license; Recovery Support Certification recommended for lived experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments to identify educational needs.
• Collaborates with individuals to develop person-centered educational goals and plans and documents progress.
• Uses motivational interventions and stage-wise approaches to guide clients toward recovery goals.
• Establishes rapport with educational institutions and programs to create a network for opportunities.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
• Additional duties as required.
• Based on program expectations: supports linking with natural/community supports; develops crisis plans; provides instruction in education-related skills; maintains relationships with educational programs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, rehabilitation, occupational therapy, or a related field.

Job description

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JOB TITLE:

Education Specialist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full-time, 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS:

Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm or 8:30am-5pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION:

Supported Education

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Supported Education To provide specialized educational support services to individuals with substance use disorders and/or co‑occurring mental health conditions, assisting them in identifying, pursuing, and achieving their educational goals. Services are delivered in both individual and group settings within treatment programs and community environments, with a focus on promoting recovery, self‑sufficiency, skill development, and long‑term success

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Education Specialist

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments to identify educational needs
• Collaborates with individuals to develop individualized, person‑centered educational goals and plans and documents client progress toward those goals
• Uses motivational interventions and stage‑wise approaches to help clients pursue their goals and progress along their paths to recovery
• Establishes rapport with educational institutions and programs throughout the service area to develop a network to provide educational opportunities
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned
• Additional duties as required.

The following duties apply based on specific program expectations:

• Support individual with linking and engaging with natural (family, friends) or community supports
• Develop crisis plans for clients and work with other staff to respond to crisis situations as needed
• Provides instruction in education‑related skills, including completing applications and enrollment forms, registering for classes, accessing financial aid, using technology, developing study and learning strategies, setting goals, and navigating disability services.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with educational programs, including adult education programs, certificate programs, community colleges, and postsecondary educational institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human services, rehabilitation, occupational therapy, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and/or co‑occurring mental health conditions. Minimum of six months of experience in education, employment services, and/or psychosocial rehabilitation. Individuals with lived experience of mental health or substance use challenges are encouraged to apply.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license. Advocacy Unlimited Recovery Support Certification is recommended for individuals with lived experience of mental health or substance use challenges.

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well‑being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee‑led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION*

$19.285/hour minimum- $28.7191/hour maximum*

• Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, positions less than 40 hours this range would be pro‑rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer.