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!
Equal Opportunity Employer. Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
'Where Hope Meets Help.'
HopeLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer