Where New Paths Begin

OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.

• Essential Functions:

  • Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of Our Promise each and every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
  • Engage clients and establishes trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in community job settings.
  • Assist clients in obtaining information about their benefits (e.g., SSI, Medicaid, etc.) and how they will be affected by employment in order for clients to make good decisions about employment opportunities.
  • Conduct job development and job search activities directed toward positions that are individualized to the interests and uniqueness of the people on caseload, following the principles and procedures of IPS supported employment.
  • Develop individualized employment plans and follow-along supports to assist clients in maintaining employment. Writes job support plans with clients and incorporating input from the mental health team. Adjusts plan according to clients’ needs and preferences.
  • Provide education and support to employers as agreed upon by clients, which may include negotiating job accommodations and follow-along contact by the employment specialist with the employer.
  • Perform outreach services as necessary to clients when they appear to disengage from the service.
  • Provide supported education, using principles similar to supported employment, for clients who express interest in education to advance their employment goals.
  • Maintain on-site presence with employer, regular communication to ensure satisfaction, participation and compliance.
  • Collect supporting documentation and maintain database of employment information and other applicable data.
  • Perform related administrative responsibilities; maintains participant information, records, and other documents; responds timely to emails and phone calls; attend various trainings, required funder meetings and Agency meetings; complete monthly reporting; communicate with other agencies, departments, and vendors regarding required paperwork, contract compliance and consults with other county agencies as necessary.
  • Meets the minimum outcomes per contract requirement which will be reviewed during scheduled supervision and team meetings.
  • Participates in the planning, organization and implementation of special events/department specific projects including job fairs, community fairs, community service-learning projects and fundraising events.
  • Develops strong community support and collaborative partnerships. Maintain effective linkages with internal and external department staff, outside agency professionals, and other community organizations as it related to data management.
  • Maintains the confidentiality of client or collateral interaction within Agency defined standards.
  • Exhibit positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.

  Education & Experience:

  • Minimum educational level of high school diploma. Associate degree or higher* in Social Work, Human Services, Education or a related field preferred.

  Qualifications:

  • Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact.
  • Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people.
  • Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment.
  • Flexible; able to workdays, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients.
  • Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
  • Ability to provide timely follow-up and act with a sense of urgency.
  • Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
  • Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc.
  • Ability to provide services in the community, client homes or at work locations which may include facilities with multiple levels and may require walking, standing, and lifting.
  • Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
  • Successfully meet pre-employment onboarding requirements to include drug screen, physical exam, tuberculosis, and background requirements.

Benefits include:

• NEW higher pay rates
• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
• Competitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee children!
• Free CEU trainings
• 10 paid holidays; two are exchangeable
• Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
• 401(k) with employer match option
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards

At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.

OhioGuidestone is committed to creating a more diverse community. We encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/M/F/H/V

Education

Required
• High School or better
• GED or better