Recovery-Focused Employment Specialist

Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 44,825 - 77,617; Full time

Job summary

Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services in Virginia is seeking a qualified professional to provide vocational services that improve employability for people with mental illnesses and co‑occurring disorders. The role includes job development and ongoing support for individuals pursuing education, training, employment, or volunteer opportunities.

The candidate must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree or be a certified psychiatric rehabilitation practitioner in Virginia, have at least one year of

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience within the past seven years providing mental health services.
• Must meet Medicaid requirements for Qualified Mental Health Provider.

Responsibilities

• Provide vocational services to enhance the employability of individuals with mental illnesses and co‑occurring disorders.
• Develop opportunities for supported employment or volunteer work.
• Coordinate assessment and work adjustment activities with the Department of Rehabilitative Services.
• Support individuals actively seeking employment or who have been hired.

Skills

Valid drivers license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related Human Services field

Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (Virginia)

Job description

Danville-Pittsylvania Community Services in Virginia is seeking a qualified professional to provide vocational services that improve employability for people with mental illnesses and co‑occurring disorders. The role includes job development and ongoing support for individuals pursuing education, training, employment, or volunteer opportunities.

The candidate must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree or be a certified psychiatric rehabilitation practitioner in Virginia, have at least one year of