Supported Employment Specialist - Community Mental Health 204

Telecare Corporation; Oregon, Gresham (IL, OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional behavioral health services. This role focuses on supporting individuals with mental illness, helping them achieve independence in their communities. You'll work directly with clients, providing case management and transportation, while also contributing to a diverse and inclusive environment. With a strong commitment to cultural diversity and equity, this forward-thinking organization offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions truly matter. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the experience needed, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Free CEUs

Tuition Discounts

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Qualifications

• 3 years of direct services in mental health or community services required.
• 1 year of experience in specialty area is a must.

Responsibilities

• Support and case manage individuals with mental illness.
• Assist clients in living independently in their community.

Skills

Mental Health Services

Case Management

Community Services

Client Transportation

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Social Services

Job description

Description

Sign On Bonus: $1,000

What You Will Do to Change Lives

Under direct supervision, serves as a primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness by assisting them to live as independently as possible in their chosen community. In addition, this position provides knowledge of a specialty area to the treatment team and program.

Shifts Available:

Full Time | Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 5:00pm

Sign On Bonus: $1,000

Expected starting wage range is $21.49 - $26.25. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• High School Graduation or G.E.D. equivalent and three (3) years of direct services in mental health or community services; OR Associate's degree and two (2) years of experience; OR Bachelor's degree in Social Services


• Must possess at least 1 year of experience in the area of specialty served (e.g. Benefits, Educational, Employment, etc.)


• Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.


• Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.

What's In It for You*

• Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year


• Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)


• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship


• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships


• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan


• For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits

Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Telecare Assertive Community Treatment program in Oregon (TACT), serves 150 adults ages 18-59 with serious mental illness working towards independent living.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

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