Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
L2 – Van Nuys, CA
Remote Type
N/A
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Master’s Degree
Salary Range
$46,000.00 – $48,000.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage
Hybrid
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit – Social Services
Description
Under the direction Program Coordinator of TAY FSP and SEIPS, the Employment Specialists are responsible for engaging TAY FSP, and TAY RRR consumers in pursuing competitive employment opportunities. The Employment Specialists are part of the multidisciplinary team consisting of the TAY RRR, FSP and SEIPS mental health staff. SEIPS services are integrated into the consumer’s current mental treatment plan. Employment Specialists provide individualized employment training and coaching and on-the-job support to TAY RRR, FSP and SEIPS consumer’s during their employment in the community. JOB ID#8615A
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must complete training in the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) evidence-based model of treatment prior to providing direct services with consumers.
- Must participate in weekly multi-disciplinary team meeting for TAY RRR, FSP and SEIPS team meeting and individual supervision.
- Develop an individualized Employment/ Career Profile with each TAY RRR. FSP and consumer who chooses to participate in SEIPS.
- Conducts rapid job search activities for each consumer with initial face to face employer contacts within 30 days after the development of the Employment/Career Profile.
- Provide benefits counseling with youth to inform them of how current benefits may be impacted by commencing employment.
- Responsible for providing support, coaching, resume development, interview training and on the job support with consumers, as per IPS model of treatment.
- Provide individualized support in the conjunction with the mental health treatment team to assist consumers in maintaining employment, by offering frequent in-person assistance, at least weekly, during the first month of taking a job, and then at least monthly for ongoing support.
- Provide ongoing assistance to TAY consumers with career development, including offering diverse work opportunities and providing competitive job options with permanent status. Additionally assist clients to advance in current job by asking for promotions and raises.
- Assist clients with looking for additional education and training programs to further their vocational aspirations.
- Conduct regular job development activities by making at least 6 face-to-face employer contacts per week for the purpose of building relationships with employers, describing how the SEIPS Program works, and explaining how the consumer’s strengths can be of benefit to the employer.
- Develop relationships with local employers and businesses that may provide job opportunities for youth consistent with their preferences, as specified in each consumer’s Employment/Career Profile.
- Collaborate with the Department of Rehabilitation to coordinate additional vocational rehabilitation services that may be needed by TAY consumers.
Qualifications
the ideal candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in mental health or other social services.
Experience providing services to people with serious mental illness and vocational rehabilitation or related employment services.
Must be bilingual Spanish-speaking.
Must have a valid California Driver license in good standing and valid personal auto insurance. Insurance coverage by the Center’s auto insurance carrier is a requirement.
We offer:
- Experience working with a diverse client population.
- A team-oriented work environment
- Training opportunities
- Excellent compensation and benefits