Vocational Specialist: Field-Based Career Support

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

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.