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Pittsburgh Mercy · 21 hours ago

Employment Specialist Community Treatment Team

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Pittsburgh Mercy is a community-based health and human services organization dedicated to treating vulnerable populations. The Employment Specialist within the Community Treatment Team is responsible for assisting individuals with mental health concerns in finding and maintaining employment, providing support throughout the job placement process, and collaborating with other team members to integrate employment goals into overall treatment plans.

Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalPsychologyRehabilitation

Responsibilities

Client Assessment: Assessing the vocational skills, interests, and employment goals of individuals receiving treatment within the community mental health program

Job Development: Actively seeking out and cultivating relationships with local businesses and employers to identify job opportunities suitable for clients. This involves networking, cold-calling, and marketing the skills and abilities of clients to potential employers

Job Placement: Matching clients with appropriate job opportunities based on their skills, interests, and abilities. This may involve providing job coaching, resume development, interview preparation, and assistance with job applications

Employment Support: Providing ongoing support to clients in the workplace to ensure job retention and success. This could include helping clients navigate workplace challenges, providing accommodations, and advocating for their needs with employers

Vocational Counseling: Offering guidance and support to clients in exploring career options, setting vocational goals, and developing strategies for achieving those goals

Collaboration: Working closely with other members of the Community Treatment Team, including therapists, case managers, and psychiatrists, to ensure that employment goals are integrated into the overall treatment plan for each person served

Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of client progress, job placements, and employer interactions. This may also involve documenting any barriers or challenges faced by clients in their pursuit of employment

Community Outreach: Engaging with community organizations, vocational rehabilitation agencies, and other relevant stakeholders to expand job opportunities and support services for clients

Qualification

Vocational rehabilitation experienceClient assessmentJob developmentJob placementCommunity outreachCollaborationDocumentationProblem solvingCommunication

Required

Master's degree in Human Service and (1) year of practical experience OR Bachelor's degree in Human Service such as; sociology, social work, psychology, criminal justice, gerontology, counseling, education or nursing and (3) years of experience in a related field

Valid Driver's License

Ability to drive an organization vehicle

Act 33/34/73 (Criminal, Child and FBI Check) clearances

Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Preferred

Networking experience

Vocational rehabilitation experience

Benefits

403B with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Holiday Days

Plus more……

Company

Pittsburgh Mercy

Pittsburgh Mercy, a member of Trinity Health and serving in the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, provides a comprehensive range of community-based behavioral health (mental health and substance use treatment services), intellectual and developmental disabilities services, homeless services, and community services to support and help people lead healthy, full lives.

Founded in 1969

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

501-1000 employees