Vocational Specialist

sus.com; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

S:US is seeking a Vocational Specialist to provide vocational services and consultation as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team. The role involves visiting clients in their homes and other settings, coordinating with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has a BA in psychology or social work, at least two years' experience with seriously mentally ill individuals, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Word/Excel.

Qualifications

• BA degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Familiar with Federal, State and Local laws and regulations as they apply to the community residence program and agency policies
• Provides vocational services and consultation as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; visits clients in their home and other settings required.
• Familiar with OMH regulations
• Responsible for integrating vocational goals and services
• Performing routine clinical services as a member of the Team
• Responsible for charting client services
• Responsible for creating the service plan and integrating vocational goals with the team
• Follow-up quarterly with all employed tenants
• Assist with making monthly contact with tenant as needed
• Participate in bi-weekly monthly meeting
• Participate in monthly supervision to address any work-related tasks or concerns
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Research via Internet

Education

BA degree in psychology or social work

Tools

MS Word/Excel

Job description

Min

USD $55,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $60,000.00/Yr.

Position Overview

The Vocational Specialist provides vocational services and consultation as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Familiar with Federal, State and Local laws and regulations as they apply to the community residence program and agency policies
• Provides vocational services and consultation as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. visits clients in their home and other settings required.
• Familiar with OMH regulations
• Responsible for integrating vocational goals and services
• Provides aid and assistance through all phases of the vocational serviceprovision
• Performing routine clinical services as a member of the Team
• Responsible for charting client services
• Responsible Vocational portion or all of creating the service plan
• Responsible for integrating vocational goals and services with the tasks of all the team members
• Responsible for ensuring revisions to the plan as the participant’s needs change
• Advocating for the rights and preferences of the participant whenever possible
• Responsible for creating a monthly spreadsheet with names of tenants and their employment status
• Follow-up quarterly with all employed tenants
• Assist with making monthly contact with tenant as needed
• Participate in bi-weekly monthly meeting
• Participate in monthly supervision to address any work-related tasks or concerns
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • BA degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred.
  • Must have two or more years’ experience working with persons who are seriously persistently mentally ill under the supervision of a certified rehabilitation counselor.
  • Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Word/Excel.
  • Ability to research material via the internet.

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

  • Valid driver’s license is a plus, but not required.
  • Experience working with different populations preferred
  • Bilingual English/Spanish speaking preferred

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on ourBenefits Pageand see how S:US invests in you.

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equalopportunityand reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use ofservicesanimals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact theLeave [e-mail].

ID

2025-17532

Work Location

In Person