Recovery-Focused Supported Employment Specialist

Highland Rivers Health; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Benefits

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

10 holidays

Personal day

Job summary

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health in Smyrna, TN is seeking a Supported Employment Specialist to help individuals with mental health challenges find meaningful jobs. You will assess preferences, coordinate with employers, and support clients through job placement.

This role requires strong organizational skills, ability to manage a caseload, complete chart documentation, participate in treatment teams, and maintain professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing the IPS model in employment services.

Responsibilities

• Secure job placements in the community and negotiate with employers.
• Make face-to-face contacts with individuals per IPS guidelines.
• Manage caseload ensuring services are authorized and charts are current.
• Link individuals to potential employers within 30 days of referrals.
• Keep charts compliant with APS, QI, CARF, DBHDD and submit reports on time.
• Participate in weekly multidisciplinary treatment/recovery meetings.
• Maintain professional boundaries with individuals and families.
• Participate in and complete IPS certification training.

Skills

IPS Model

Face-to-face outreach

Caseload management

Documentation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Professional boundaries

Job description

Highland Rivers Behavioral Health in Smyrna, TN is seeking a Supported Employment Specialist to help individuals with mental health challenges find meaningful jobs. You will assess preferences, coordinate with employers, and support clients through job placement.

This role requires strong organizational skills, ability to manage a caseload, complete chart documentation, participate in treatment teams, and maintain professional boundaries.