Employment & Vocational Specialist (ACT Team)

NORTHEAST COUNSELING SERVICES; Nanticoke (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Northeast Counseling Services in the United States is seeking a motivated and compassionate Employment & Vocational Specialist to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. You will work directly with individuals living with serious mental health challenges, helping them identify vocational goals, build skills, and pursue supported employment in community settings.

Some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required, and a valid driver's license is required for travel throughout the

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Rehabilitation Counseling.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals identify vocational and employment goals and move toward independence.
• Work with a multidisciplinary ACT Team to provide community-based services.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Rehabilitation Counseling

Job description

Help individuals achieve greater independence, recovery, and success!

This is a full-time, salaried position with a generous benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance at no cost to the employee
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Employer-funded 401(k) contribution equal to 4% of salary-no employee match required
• Paid annual, sick, and personal leave
• 8 paid holidays
• Voluntary AFLAC options
• Professional development and enhancement opportunities
• Discounted membership rates at Odyssey Fitness
• And more!

Northeast Counseling Services is seeking a motivated and compassionate Employment & Vocational Specialist to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team.

The Vocational Specialist will work directly with individuals living with serious mental health challenges, helping them identify and achieve their vocational and employment goals. As part of a multidisciplinary ACT Team, you will provide services in the community and meet individuals where they are, helping them build skills, explore employment opportunities, overcome barriers, and move toward greater independence and recovery.

You will be part of a collaborative team that includes a Psychiatrist/Physician Assistant, RNs, Mental Health Professional, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Housing Specialist, and Certified Peer Specialist.

ACT Team services are designed to meet clients' needs when and where support is needed, therefore, some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

A valid driver's license is required, as this position involves regular travel throughout the community to provide services.

Qualifications: This position requires a Master's Degree in one of the following or a related field: Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Rehabilitation Counseling.

(A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling is preferred, but candidates with other qualifying Master's Degrees and an interest in vocational services and community-based mental health will also be considered.)

Salary: $42,000-$49,500 per year, based on qualifications and experience.

EOE

This position requires the successful completion of an FBI Clearance, PA Criminal Clearance and Child Abuse Clearance.