IPS-Driven Supported Employment Specialist

Peace Healthcare Incorporated; Parkville (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Peace Healthcare Incorporated in Maryland is seeking a compassionate Supported Employment Specialist to help individuals with mental health and substance use disorders obtain and maintain meaningful employment using the IPS model.

You will conduct intake and vocational assessments, assist with resume writing, job applications, interview preparation, and career planning, and develop individualized employment plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or related field.
• Experience with IPS Supported Employment.
• Knowledge of DORS, Social Security benefits, Medicaid, and community employment resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and vocational assessments for new program participants.
• Assist clients with resume writing, job applications, interview preparation, and career planning.
• Develop individualized employment and career plans based on each client's goals and strengths.
• Conduct job development and job search activities to secure competitive employment opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers.
• Provide job coaching and follow-along support to help clients maintain employment.
• Educate clients on how employment may impact benefits such as SSI, SSDI, and Medicaid, and refer to benefits counseling when appropriate.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, DORS counselors, and other treatment team members.
• Participate in monthly meetings with the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS).
• Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and therapeutic boundaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

IPS Supported Employment experience

Employer engagement

Documentation and record-keeping

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or related field

Job description

Peace Healthcare Incorporated in Maryland is seeking a compassionate Supported Employment Specialist to help individuals with mental health and substance use disorders obtain and maintain meaningful employment using the IPS model.

You will conduct intake and vocational assessments, assist with resume writing, job applications, interview preparation, and career planning, and develop individualized employment plans.