Company

MaineHealthSee more

addressAddressMachias, ME
type Form of workFull-Time
CategoryInformation Technology

Job description

 
 
Position Summary

The Employment Specialist assists individuals with psychiatric diagnoses to find and keep employment. The ES operates as a member of the mental health treatment team and works in collaboration with Community Integration (Adult Case Management) and/or Behavioral Health Home Services. Employee will provide individualized placement and support (IPS) model supported employment services to individuals.  Also serves as a liaison to businesses, developing employer and community relationships in Hancock and Washington Counties. This position, based at AMHC in Machias, functions with considerable independence. Training is provided. Travel is required.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  • Must be able to communicate and contribute in an interdisciplinary team setting.
  • M.A. or M.S. in Education and/or Counseling (specialty in rehabilitation and/or career counseling), or a B.A. in a related field with at least five (5) years’ experience in supported employment.
  • C.R.C. (Certified Rehabilitation Counselor) and/or DMH Employment Specialist Certification, or intent to obtain certification.
  • Knowledge and background: counseling theory, physical and psychological effects of psychiatric disability, socio-economic effects of psychiatric disability, occupational analysis, vocational evaluation and training, and job development. Reflected in one to two years’ experience.
  • Working knowledge of community, service agencies (local and state), federal agencies, financial benefit programs (SS, SSDI, Worker's Compensation).
  • Knowledge of ADA and other employment/disability legislation; i.e. education, employment, accessibility, consumer rights, etc.
  • Must demonstrate technical writing ability specific to the rehabilitation field.
  • Must be able to complete career development plans with consumers' and family involvement.
 
Additional Information
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. 
MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.
Refer code: 7881035. MaineHealth - The previous day - 2024-01-22 07:27

MaineHealth

Machias, ME

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