Supported Employment & Education Specialist (SEE) – Navigate Program

South County Mental Health Center, Inc.; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 50,971,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Life and long‑term disability coverage

Voluntary benefit options

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

South County Mental Health Center, Inc. seeks a compassionate Supported Employment & Education Specialist (SEE) to join our Navigate Program.

This role delivers individualized vocational support, job development, educational guidance, and ongoing follow‑along services using the SEE model to help individuals with mental illness reach meaningful educational and employment goals. As a part‑time in‑person position in Delray Beach, FL, you will assess needs, build relationships with employers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science from an accredited college.
• Minimum one year of experience with individuals with mental illness.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Help clients develop and achieve individualized employment and educational goals.
• Conduct comprehensive vocational and educational assessments.
• Assist clients with obtaining competitive employment and enrolling in educational programs.
• Develop relationships with community employers and educational institutions.
• Provide ongoing follow‑along support to promote long‑term success in employment and education.
• Conduct outreach to employers and educational providers to expand opportunities for clients.
• Advocate for clients seeking competitive employment and educational advancement.
• Complete routine assessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
• Attend weekly team meetings and participate in regular clinical supervision.

Skills

Effective communication

Written communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Science

Master’s degree in Social Science or related field

Job description

Supported Employment & Education Specialist (SEE) – Navigate Program

Position Summary

South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and motivated Supported Employment & Education Specialist (SEE) to join our Navigate Program. This position helps individuals with mental illness achieve meaningful educational and employment goals by providing individualized vocational support, job development, educational guidance, and ongoing follow‑along services using the Supported Employment and Education (SEE) model.

About Us

South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non‑profit, Joint Commission‑accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high‑quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science from an accredited college or university
• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with individuals with mental illness
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Science or a related field
• Three (3) years of experience working with individuals with mental illness
• Experience in supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, or educational counseling
• Knowledge of community employment resources and post‑secondary educational systems

Duties and Responsibilities

Supported Employment & Education Services

• Help clients develop and achieve individualized employment and educational goals
• Conduct comprehensive vocational and educational assessments
• Assist clients with obtaining competitive employment and enrolling in educational programs
• Develop relationships with community employers and educational institutions
• Provide ongoing follow‑along support to promote long‑term success in employment and education

Community Outreach & Job Development

• Conduct outreach to employers and educational providers to expand opportunities for clients
• Advocate for clients seeking competitive employment and educational advancement
• Connect clients with community resources that support vocational and educational success

Treatment Planning & Documentation

• Participate in collaborative treatment planning with the interdisciplinary care team
• Complete routine assessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation
• Attend weekly team meetings and participate in regular clinical supervision
• Complete required staff development and training activities

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of supported employment and education principles
• Strong counseling and client engagement skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Job development and community networking skills
• Assessment and treatment planning experience
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills
• Understanding of confidentiality laws, client rights, and ethical standards
• Familiarity with the Baker Act, Marchman Act, and behavioral health services

Physical Demands

• Combination of office‑based work and community outreach
• Frequent computer use, documentation, and travel within the community
• Ability to visit employers, educational institutions, and client locations as needed

Working Conditions

• Behavioral health and community‑based service environment
• Regular travel to meet with clients, employers, schools, and community partners
• OSHA Class III work environment

Performance Standards

• Success in helping clients achieve employment and educational goals
• Timeliness and accuracy of documentation and assessments
• Development of employer and educational partnerships
• Client engagement and satisfaction
• Compliance with agency policies and Supported Employment & Education best practices
• Effective collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team

Schedule & Work Details

Part‑Time Position

Schedule: 30 hours a week

Location: In‑person (Delray Beach, FL)

Pay: $22 per hour

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life and long‑term disability coverage
• Voluntary benefit options
• 401(k) with employer match

Additional Information

• Background check required
• Drug‑free workplace
• Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)