Employment Support Specialist

Location: Harlem, NY
General Purpose:
The Employment Support Specialist working within a PROS program provides rehabilitation and vocational supports to the PROS Community. Vocational supports includes: vocational assessments, counseling, referrals, job search assistance or job development and job coaching, individual and group counseling along with other direct services related to the treatment of individuals with serious and persistent mental illness in a person-centered, recovery-oriented environment. This will be carried out as indicated by NYS OMH Part 512 Regulations and Medicaid requirements.

Responsibilities included but not limited to:

Maintain caseload of up to 20 participants
Administer complete assessments, bi-weekly meetings, progress notes, and individualized treatment plans

Administer vocational assessments for participants with employment an goal.
Develop individualized vocational plans with participants, provide individual counseling and facilitate vocational groups as needed to help them reach their vocational goals
Assist program participants with soft-skills development to support job retention. prepare for basic job expectations such as handling stress/anxiety.
Assist program participants with resume creation and interview skills development

Complete data entry to reflect Individual Placement and Support (IPS) data at the program
Develop relationships with employers for job development and in connecting participants to potential employers
Collaborate with participants' collaterals and external providers for ongoing care and/or support in retention of employment

Provide referrals to appropriate outside vocational/educational services such as ACCES-VR
Provide assistance with job development and job search
Provide job coaching as needed to assist with job retention

Participate in team meetings to ensure coordination of vocational and other services
Facilitate 6-8 groups a week

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

BA in related field

Prefer 2 years of vocational experience with a SPMI/MICA population
Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent computer literacy skills
Understanding of Evidence Based Practices and experience with IPS, Person Centered Planning, and/or working with individuals with Mental Illness
Bilingual/bicultural a plus

What We Offer

Generous time-off policy to use when you need it.
Health, wellness, and financial resources to help you achieve your personal goals.
Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leave, and company-sponsored life insurance.
Retirement matching programs and contributions.
Transit and commuter benefits.

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