Employment Specialists

For more than 60 years PRS, now HopeLink Behavioral Health (formerly PRS), has provided comprehensive and specialized support to individuals and families living with behavioral health challenges or facing a life crisis. We envision a society where hope is universal. Through access to quality behavioral health, crisis intervention, and suicide intervention services we foster an inclusive community in which everyone can attain wellness and a genuine sense of belonging.
We are a community-based nonprofit organization that is currently seeking a dynamic, professional for our Fulltime Employment Specialist ( Mental Health) role in Arlington.
SCHEDULE/ LOCATION /SALARY:

• Monday - Friday 9 am -5 pm
• Arlington, VA
• $47,000 Estimated starting salary based on qualifications and related experience.
• Great Benefits
• Flexible schedule

SUMMARY STATEMENT OF POSITION OF THE EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Employment Services, Fairfax County and Non-county, the Employment Specialist gathers assessment information regarding vocational interests, skills, and abilities; develops individual employment placements within the community and provides on-site and off-site support to individuals in community-based employment.
PRIMARY DUTIES OF THE EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:

• Job Placement - Identify employment opportunities with clients based on assessment information gathered on client's vocational interests, skills and abilities.
• Job Development - Within the community obtain relevant employment opportunities for your clients.
• Job Coaching - Provide support on- and off-site to employed clients.
• Work Readiness - Conduct psycho-educational courses to train clients on what it takes to be employed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree required, Masters preferred, in rehabilitation counseling, social work or related human services field with at least one year of work, internship or volunteer-related experience. Licensed in either DC or VA a plus!
• Strong clinical writing, ability to work independently and prioritize work, high emotional intelligence, able to quickly establish rapport with clients, employers and providers.
• Experience with adults or youth with mental illness, substance use disorder, autism spectrum disorder or mild intellectual disorders.
• Reliable transportation with a clean driving record.

If this sounds like a job for you, please complete an application now!
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'Where Hope Meets Help.'
HopeLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer