Attend and participate in mental health treatment meetings and IPS unit meetings.

Discuss goals for employment and education with people. Help people explore career choices.

Request services and make referrals for services that people need. For example, referrals for housing services or counseling, based on the person’s preferences.

Help people consider disclosing a disability (or other personal information) to employers and whether to ask for a job accommodation.

Teach wellness management strategies.

Engage people who are new to the program, or people who have missed appointments.

Help people identify different options for money management.

Teach people how to use available transportation.

Share personal stories to inspire others.

Assist in gathering identification documentation for employment.

Discuss social situations at work.

Assist with completing job applications and submitting resumes.

Meet with working people to talk about their jobs.

Discuss different ways to save paychecks for long-‐term goals or to budget income.

Provide ongoing supports after the employment specialist is no longer involved.

Assisting consumers in developing empowerment skills through self-advocacy and stigma-busting activities.

Other duties as needed/assigned.

Must be passionate about Caminar's mission.

High School Diploma or GED is required. BA in psychology or related field is preferred.

A minimum of two years of direct service provision to people with disabilities, preferably in a social rehabilitation or vocational setting is preferred.

Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Caminar practices.

This position requires frequent driving. A valid California driver license, reliable personal vehicle, current personal auto insurance as required by law, and an MVR sufficient to obtain and reasonably maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are all essential job requirements.

Must be able to pass post-offer, pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.

A personal cell phone with reliable service and, if applicable, a data plan to use for business purposes.

May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.