IPS Employment Specialist — Community Job Developer

WellLife Network; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 31,684 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k retirement plan with matching

Paid time off and personal days

Wellness program

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Job summary

WellLife Network is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist for its ACT team in Huntington, NY. This role delivers comprehensive IPS services, supporting clients in achieving competitive employment through individualized assessments, job development, and employer engagement.

The ideal candidate will hold an associate’s degree and have experience in vocational counseling. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• One year of training/experience in vocational assessment and job exploration.
• Experience working with behavioral health population preferred.
• Computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver IPS services and conduct vocational assessments.
• Develop job leads and maintain employer contacts.
• Collaborate with ACT team members to integrate employment into treatment plans.

Skills

Vocational assessment

Job development

Employer engagement

Job coaching

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in a related human service field

Tools

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

WellLife Network is seeking an IPS Employment Specialist for its ACT team in Huntington, NY. This role delivers comprehensive IPS services, supporting clients in achieving competitive employment through individualized assessments, job development, and employer engagement.

The ideal candidate will hold an associate’s degree and have experience in vocational counseling. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and professional development opportunities.