Employment Support Specialist - PROS

Goodwill Industries NYNJ; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Employment Support Specialist to provide vital rehabilitation and vocational support within a PROS program. This role involves conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and assisting participants with job search processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience working with individuals facing mental health challenges. Join a dedicated team that empowers individuals to reach their vocational goals in a supportive, recovery-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 2 years of vocational experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of up to 20 participants.
• Develop individualized vocational plans and facilitate groups.

Skills

Vocational Counseling

Job Search Assistance

Soft Skills Development

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Bilingual Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

Computer Literacy

Job description

Reports to: Program Director

General Purpose:

The Employment Support Specialist working within a PROS program provides rehabilitation and vocational supports to the PROS community. Vocational supports include: vocational assessments, counseling, referrals, job search assistance, job development, and job coaching, along with other direct services related to the treatment of individuals with serious and persistent mental illness in a person-centered, recovery-oriented environment. This will be carried out in accordance with NYS OMH Part 512 Regulations and Medicaid requirements.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Maintain a caseload of up to 20 participants.
2. Administer complete assessments, conduct bi-weekly meetings, document progress notes, and develop individualized treatment plans.
3. Administer vocational assessments for participants with employment goals.
4. Develop individualized vocational plans with participants, provide individual counseling, and facilitate vocational groups as needed to help them reach their vocational goals.
5. Assist program participants with soft skills development to support job retention, including preparing for basic job expectations such as handling stress and anxiety.
6. Assist program participants with resume creation and interview skills development.
7. Provide referrals to appropriate outside vocational/educational services such as ACCES-VR.
8. Assist with job development and job search processes.
9. Provide job coaching as needed to support job retention.
10. Participate in team meetings to ensure coordination of vocational and other services.
11. Facilitate 6-8 groups per week.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Preferably 2 years of vocational experience working with a SPMI/MICA population.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong computer literacy skills.
• Understanding of Evidence-Based Practices and experience with IPS, Person-Centered Planning, and/or working with individuals with mental illness.
• Bilingual/bicultural skills are a plus.