Education and Employment Specialist-Intune

Education and Employment Specialist - InTune

About River Edge Behavioral Health

River Edge Behavioral Health is recognized for its state-of-the-art treatment and support services for more than 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse problems. In addition, River Edge offers services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k with an employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

River Edge is looking to fill the position ofEducation and Employment Specialist with/at our InTune department. The primary responsibility of this position will be to develop contacts and partnerships with community businesses and leaders to provide a good match for clients and employers. In addition, this position provides education assistance to clients wanting to complete their high school education, obtain a college degree, or enhance their skills with continuing education.

In this role you will:

• Contact employers in the community who are hiring for positions to have a ready list of available jobs for clients within the program
• Become well versed on the educational opportunities and associated processes from high school re-enrollment to GED and beyond
• Assist with mock interviews and resume building
• Transport clients in your personal vehicle to interviews/job fairs, community affairs and needs of the client.
• Implements and organizes the delivery of specific social services within the community
• Monitors clients' progress toward treatment goals
• Implements skills training for recovery management, activities of daily living, and social/interpersonal skills as needed
• Submit monthly report on client's employment and school status by the 5th of each month
• Attend weekly meetings with Intune to staff clients and submit weekly updates to supervisor

You will need:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a social service-related field (social work, sociology, psychology, criminal justice)
• Valid Driver's license with reliable transportation
• Acceptable driving record/background check
• Must pass a drug screen
• Acceptable references

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 6 months of job coaching experience

Additional Information:

The Application Process

• All qualified applicants will be considered
• This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.
• The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
• Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.

Safe Working Environment

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continues to be the most effective way to fight COVID-19.

Diversity and Inclusion

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drug-Free Workplace

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.

At Will Workplace

Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period of time and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.