ACT Employment Specialist chez Spectrum Health & Human Services

Agency Profile:  Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life.

Full-time: 800 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: 

Provide vocational/employment support to individuals who are receiving services from the Spectrum Health & Human Services ACT team.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities
• Assist individuals with identifying employment/vocational goals.
• Explore with individuals the steps needed to obtain Employment/Vocational Goals.
• Conduct vocational assessments when needed.
• Assist with job exploration that matches an individual’s strengths and desires.
• Assist with developing skills necessary to choosing, securing and maintaining employment.
• Assist with the electronic submission of applications and resumes.
• Educate individuals served and staff on Employment/Vocational services available to them.
• Assist individuals with overcoming barriers they may face in obtaining their Employment/vocational goals
• Provide rapid non-traditional employment opportunities to those individuals seeking such goals
• Provide resources for individuals and staff regarding Work Incentive Benefits for those on SSDI/SI who pursue vocational goals
• Network with local Vocational Programs to assist individuals with Vocational goals
• Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers).
• Provide case management for clients including coordinating and monitoring these activities.
• Conduct ACT comprehensive assessments to assist in the development of treatment plans in conjunction and collaboration with the treatment team and providers. 
• Document and maintain an individual’s permanent record. 
• Responsible in providing individual with supportive therapy, linkages to support services as well as assistance in the development of symptom management and rehabilitation skills.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Outlook, as well as the use of the internet to complete job searches and applications. 
• Must have some degree of knowledge and experience of vocational programs available for individuals.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field plus one year work experience with mental health recipients OR
• Associate degree in Human Services or related field with two years’ experience working with mental health recipients
• LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC(P), PHD, PSYD, RN, CASAC preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years work-related experience
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record & drive in the community with own vehicle.

COMPENSATION: $23.09/hr - $29.44/hr