Supported Employment Specialist, ACT Team

Greater Nashua Mental Health Center; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 26,257 - 34,068; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of 2 health insurance plans

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Generous Earned Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A community mental health center in Nashua is seeking a full-time Supported Employment Specialist to join their ACT team. The role involves delivering employment services to adults with severe mental illness and assisting them in achieving their employment goals. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in mental health settings. The position offers a salary of $19.06 - $24.73 per hour and a range of competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people diagnosed with severe mental illness.
• Comfortable in fast-paced environments with deadlines.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for employment of mentally ill persons.
• Work directly with NH Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Provide clinical support and education to team.

Skills

Collaborating skills

Working independently

High energy

Self-motivated

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Associate’s Degree in related field

Job description

Greater Nashua Mental Health is looking for a full-time Supported Employment Specialist to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team! The Supported Employment Specialist delivers evidence‑based supported employment services to adults who have severe and persistent mental illness and/or co‑morbid diagnosis. The Supported Employment Specialist also assists clients in identifying and achieving their employment goals, based on the clients’ interests and preferences. The Supported Employment Specialist provides services through all phases of employment, including resume building, preparing for job interviewing, and sustaining employment through the provision of follow‑along supports.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Advocates for employment of mentally ill persons through direct contacts with employers, service organizations, and professional associations.
• Works directly with NH Vocational Rehabilitation when seeking employment for clients. Contacts employers regarding vacancies and positions.
• Works cooperatively with employers, treatment teams, and supervisor to ensure that services are provided as outlined in treatment plan.
• Provides relevant clinical support including medication management, functional support services, crisis intervention services, and other appropriate services which would support the needs of the client, in accordance with the ACT model, and at the direction of the ACT Team Leader(s).
• Provides education and consultation to staff on the Assertive Community Treatment team, other agencies or community groups when requested by the Program Director.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field is preferred. An Associate’s Degree in one of those fields and/or a combination of related work experience may also be considered.
• Experience working with people diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Strong collaborating skills and an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self‑motivated and proactive.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile with liability insurance in the amount required by agency policy.

Why Join Us:

We are looking for collaborative, curious for knowledge people with a “can do” mentality to join our team of compassionate employees! We provide a stimulating work environment and offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including:

• Choice of 2 health insurance plans
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Health Plan Opt Out Benefit
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurances
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Generous Earned Time Off
• Paid Extended Sick Time
• 10 Paid Holidays + your birthday!
• Bereavement Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and NH State Loan Repayment Program

Salary Description:

$19.06 - $24.73 per hour

Greater Nashua Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer