Vocational Specialist

Southeast Healthcare; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Healthcare in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Vocational Specialist to assess patient needs, provide career counseling, job readiness training, and help match individuals with competitive employment opportunities.

You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans, coach patients on resumes and interviewing, and build connections with local employers to create job opportunities and support successful placements.

Qualifications

• AA required; BS/BA in vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, human services or related field strongly preferred.
• Experience in sales is a plus.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license; must transport patients in own vehicle with proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational assessments to evaluate patients’ skills, interests, and barriers to employment.
• Develop individual vocational rehabilitation plans aligned with career goals.
• Assist patients in finding suitable job opportunities.
• Provide one-on-one counseling on resume writing, interviewing, job search strategies, and workplace adjustments.
• Develop relationships with employers to create job opportunities for patients.
• Offer ongoing support to ensure successful job placement and retention.
• Maintain accurate patient records and reports following regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other service providers and community organizations to support patient success.

Skills

Sales experience

Counseling skills

Education

AA

BS/BA preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Columbus, OH 43215

We are seeking a Vocational Specialist to join our team and help individuals with disabilities, mental health, substance use disorders and/or other barriers to employment successfully reenter the workforce. The Vocational Specialist will assess patient needs, provide career counseling, job readiness training, and help match patients with competitive employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational assessments to evaluate patients' skills, interests, and barriers to employment.
• Collaborate with patients to develop individual vocational rehabilitation plans that align with their career goals and needs.
• Assist patients in finding suitable job opportunities.
• Provide one-on-one counseling and guidance to patients on resume writing, interviewing skills, job search strategies, and workplace adjustments.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers to create job opportunities for patients.
• Offer ongoing support to patients and employers to ensure successful job placement and retention.
• Maintain accurate patient records, case notes, and reports in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Work with other service providers, social workers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to support patient success.

Qualifications / Requirements

• AA required; BS/BA degree in vocational rehabilitation, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field strongly preferred.
• Experience in sales a plus.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license. Will transport patients in own vehicle. Must have proof of current auto insurance coverage and meet driving record requirements.

Southeast Healthcare is a non-smoking employer. Staff members are required to be vaccinated for the flu. Religious and medical exemptions may be requested during the hiring process.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.