Supported Employment Specialist (Safe Harbor Behavioral Health)

UPMC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor is seeking a Dedicated Supported Employment Specialist to join the Early Onset Recovery team. The program serves individuals aged 15 to 35 and delivers therapy, medication management, education, and employment services to build stronger futures.

In this role, you will provide supported employment and education services, helping participants obtain and maintain competitive employment aligned with their interests and recovery goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with job searches and career exploration to secure competitive employment.
• Provide hands-on job coaching, interview preparation, and employer outreach.
• Collaborate with treatment teams, families, employers, and community partners to integrate vocational services into recovery journeys.
• Deliver ongoing employment support and follow-along services to help individuals maintain long-term job success and independence.
• Maintain program documentation, individualized employment plans, and compliance with state, federal, and payer requirements.

Job description

UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor is excited to welcome a passionate and drivenSupported Employment Specialistto our Early Onset Recovery team!

The Early Onset Recovery Program serves individuals ages 15 to 35 and is uniquely designed to provide comprehensive support through therapy, medication management, education, and employment services. This innovative program has demonstrated outstanding outcomes and plays a vital role in helping participants build successful futures.

In this role, you will provide supported employment and education services, helping individuals obtain and maintain competitive employment and pursue educational goals that align with their interests, strengths, and recovery objectives. Working as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, you will collaborate closely with therapists and medical providers to support each participant's progress and overall well-being.

Key responsibilities include assisting clients with job searches, career exploration, educational planning, workplace success strategies, and ongoing employment support. You will advocate for participants, build relationships with community employers and educational institutions, and empower individuals to develop the skills and confidence needed to achieve greater independence and long-term recovery.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with individuals to explore career goals, develop job opportunities, and secure competitive employment aligned with their strengths and interests.
• Provide hands-on support in the community, including job coaching, interview preparation, employer outreach and workplace accommodation assistance.
• Collaborate with treatment teams, families, employers, and community partners to integrate vocational services into each individual recovery journey.
• Deliver ongoing employment support and follow-along services to help individuals maintain long-term job success and independance3.
• Maintain program documentation, individualized employment plans, and compliance with state, federal, and payer requirements.