ACT Employment Specialist

Spectrum Health and Human Services • Niagara Falls, NY • 5h ago

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.

LOCATION: 2201 Pine Ave, Niagara Falls

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION:?

ACT Employment Specialist provides vocational/employment support to individuals who are receiving services from the Spectrum 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 for ACT Employment Specialist:

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

OTHER:

Must possess a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record & drive in the community with own vehicle.

COMPENSATION:

$23.00-$29.00/hourly

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