Employment Specialist

The Mental Health Association of NYC; New York (NY); Híbrido; USD 40.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Vibrant Emotional Health is seeking an Employment Specialist at the Bronx Adolescent Skills Center. The role provides comprehensive vocational support to young adults through employer engagement, job development, career coaching, and retention strategies.

You will facilitate individualized employment and career readiness services while fostering social, emotional, and independent living skills to improve youth employment outcomes. Hybrid work arrangement; full-time schedule.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in vocational or employment services for youth.
• Knowledge of labor market trends and employer expectations.
• Experience with evidence-based practices and job coaching models.

Responsabilidades

• Engage employers, develop job opportunities, and maintain partnerships.
• Conduct assessments and match youth to appropriate employment.
• Provide job coaching, workplace shadowing, and retention strategies.
• Offer support for accommodations and disclosure planning.
• Facilitate career development workshops and community outreach.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal communication

Bilingual/bicultural preferred

Problem solving

Youth engagement

Career coaching

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Descripción del empleo

Position Title

Employment Specialist

Department

Bronx Adolescent Skills Center

Reports to

Program Director

Location

Hybrid-Fixed

Schedule

Full-time; Monday-Friday

Travel

0-10%

Pay Range

$29.23- $32.97/hour

Company Overview

Vibrant Emotional Health's groundbreaking solutions have delivered high quality services and support, when, where and how people need it for over 50 years. Through our state-of-the-art technology-enabled services, community wellness programs, and advocacy and education work, we are building a society in which emotional wellness can be a reality for everyone.

Position Overview

The Employment Specialist provides comprehensive vocational support to young adults through employer engagement, job development, career coaching, and workplace retention strategies. This position facilitates individualized employment and career readiness services while fostering social, emotional, and independent living skills to enhance youth employment outcomes.

Duties/Responsibilities

Employer Engagement & Job Development

• Build and maintain a network of employer partnerships and internship sites.
• Identify and assess local labor markets, contacting at least three new employers per quarter.
• Promote benefits of hiring youth with mental health or physical challenges, including tax incentives.
• Coordinate union apprenticeships, internships, and entrepreneurial opportunities.
• Maintain a job bank with hiring events, fairs, and employment leads.

Youth Career Services & Support

• Conduct assessments and match youth to appropriate employment based on skills and interests.
• Provide job coaching, workplace shadowing, and retention strategies.
• Offer support for on-the-job accommodations and disclosure planning.
• Facilitate career development workshops and "Career Club" sessions.
• Guide financial literacy, benefits planning, and soft skills training.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely case records, vocational plans, progress notes, and reports.
• Enter all activities and youth progress into the AWARDS database.
• Report all incidents within 24 hours and ensure compliance with Vibrant and DOHMH standards.
• Meet weekly with supervisors and attend professional development sessions.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; bilingual/bicultural preferred.
• Ability to evaluate information, solve problems, and work independently.
• Skilled in youth engagement, vocational counseling, and conflict resolution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other digital tools.
• Composed under pressure, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, or related field required; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in vocational or employment services for youth.
• Knowledge of labor market trends and employer expectations.
• Experience with evidence-based practices and job coaching models.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
• Frequent use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment.
• Occasional in-person travel to employer sites and community events.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in person and virtually.

Compensation and Benefits

We determine base pay through a comprehensive review of skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and other relevant factors. The range listed reflects the compensation parameters for the role and does not represent the full compensation package. A complete overview of compensation and benefits will be provided by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process.

Full time employees will be eligible for excellent comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, supplemental income insurance, employer paid disability insurance, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax FSA for medical and dependent care, and 401K available.

Diversity and Inclusion

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. Vibrant will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience to meet minimum qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Vibrant Emotional Health is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, caregiver status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.