HCBS Vocational Specialist

HCBS OF NORTH CAROLINA LLC; Highland Park West (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Major medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Strategic Interventions, LLC is a North Carolina behavioral health provider seeking a Vocational Specialist to help adults with mental illness, substance use disorders, and developmental challenges obtain and sustain employment.

The role includes community work as a job developer and coach, with emphasis on IPS practices, treatment planning, and a team approach. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in behavioral health field.
• Attendance at IPS Vocational training required either before hire or within 120 days after hire.
• Minimum 1 year experience with adults with mental illness and/or substance abuse in a vocational setting.
• Knowledge of recovery principles and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Serve as job developer and job coach in the community.
• Assist clients to obtain and maintain paid employment.
• Assess and develop work skills for job seekers.
• Respond to crisis situations and participate in crisis phone rotation.

Skills

IPS vocational services

Crisis intervention

Team-based care

Clear communication

Work in community

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health

IPS Vocational training

Job description

Education required: A bachelor’s degree in behavioral health field is preferred. A Qualified Professional is preferred. Attendance at an Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Vocational training is required either before hire or within 120 days after hire.Work experience: A minimum of 1 year experience working with adults with mental illness and or substance abuse in a vocational capacity.Position summary: The Vocational Specialist works with clients that have mental, substance abuse, and developmental disorders and assists them to obtain and maintain paid employment. The team member is called upon to work in the community in the role of job developer and job coach and as a counselor to assess and develop necessary work skills in job seekers. General knowledge of IPS vocational services, and practices. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely. Understanding of treatment planning and a Team approach to treatment. Ability to be available for crisis situations and crisis phone rotation. Must complete required Vocational Training (IPS) within 90 days of employment. Knowledge of recovery principles and community resources concentrating on vocational opportunities. Ability to present members to employers and concentrate on strengths. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely. Possess knowledge of interventions needed for the members to find and maintain employment.Travel Requirements: Valid Driver’s License and insurance required. Travel will vary depending on the daily schedule for this position. All travel is in the community where the members live and work.Why apply at Strategic Interventions, LLC?Competitive Payrates!A supportive, positive, and inclusive company cultureMeaningful Work: Become part of a company that makes a positive impact on society and offers meaningful and fulfilling work.Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training programs, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities to enhance employees’ skills and knowledge.Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees:401(k)Paid time offPaid HolidaysMajor medical, dental & vision insuranceLife InsuranceShort term & long-term insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramStrategic Interventions, LLC is a leading behavioral health provider in North Carolina serving adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Strategic Interventions currently provides services in eight offices from Asheville to Roanoke Rapids. To learn more about us, visit our website at https://www.strategicshc.com/.Equal Employment OpportunityStrategic Interventions is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.Americans with Disabilities ActApplicants and employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with applicable law.#IND123