Field-Based Supported Employment Specialist

North Mississippi Commission on Mental Illness and; Maine; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Commission on Mental Illness and seeks qualified staff to provide engagement, assessment, and supported employment services. Responsibilities include job placement, coaching, and follow-along supports with coordination across clinical teams.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree related to working with individuals with serious mental illness, CPI certification, and the ability to meet DMH and Communicare training requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with relevant work/school experience preferred. Must obtain any certification as required by DMH and maintain it continuously throughout employment.
• Must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a field related to working with individuals with serious mental illness and relevant work/school experience preferred. Must obtain any certification as required by DMH and maintain it continuously throughout employment.
• Must be CPI certified or able to complete CPI training and any other training required by DMH and Communicare. Ability to relate positively to individuals served through the Supported Employment Program
• Pass a background check.
• Must have transportation or access to transportation with a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and insurable driving record throughout employment

Responsibilities

• Engagement, assessment, job placement, job coaching, and follow-along supports.
• Conduct weekly supported employment supervision meetings and attend clinical treatment teams as needed.
• Communicate with mental health treatment team leaders to ensure integrated services and problem-solve program issues.
• Review client outcomes with employment specialists and set quarterly improvement goals.
• Accompany employment specialists into the field monthly to observe and coach job development.
• Document services provided per Communicare, DMH, and Medicaid regulations.
• Submit reports in a timely manner.
• Attend orientation, staff development activities, and trainings as required by Communicare, DMH, or oversight agencies.
• Screen referrals to ensure timely response and follow-through.
• Conduct outreach with agency staff and area employers.
• Work under supervision of the Clinical Director or other supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPI certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a field related to working with individuals with serious mental illness

Bachelor’s degree with relevant work/school experience preferred

Job description

North Mississippi Commission on Mental Illness and seeks qualified staff to provide engagement, assessment, and supported employment services. Responsibilities include job placement, coaching, and follow-along supports with coordination across clinical teams.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree related to working with individuals with serious mental illness, CPI certification, and the ability to meet DMH and Communicare training requirements.