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Supported Employment/Education Specialist
$54k-69k (estimate)
Full Time | Ambulatory Healthcare Services
4 Months Ago
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River Edge Behavioral Health is Hiring a Supported Employment/Education Specialist Near Macon, GA
Supported Employment and Education Specialist.
About River Edge Behavioral Health.
Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments, and support as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The full continuum of River Edge Behavioral Health services provides state-of-the-art treatment and support services for more than 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually, who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, or developmental disabilities.
Supported Employment and Education Specialist.
River Edge is looking for an individual who is passionate and motivated about assisting clients in obtaining and maintaining employment in order to "make life better." The primary responsibility of this position will be to develop contacts and partnerships with community businesses and leaders to provide a good match for clients and employers. In addition, this position includes specialized and individualized case management duties.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Engages clients and establishes trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in community job settings with other workers who do not necessarily have disabilities.
- Assists 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 informed decisions about employment opportunities.
- Provides outreach services as necessary to clients when they appear to disengage from the service. Uses a variety of methods to provide outreach.
- Completes, maintains, and updates programmatic documentation/case records per DBHDD, IPS Fidelity, and VR guidelines.
- May provide supportive counseling to consumers and families and/or serve as a liaison for social services.
- Help clients with registration, financial aid, and other educational institution requirements as needed.
- Establish education/employment goals.
- Assess strengths and resources needed to meet education goals.
- Assist with job search, development, and follow-along support for employment.
- Develop implementation plans for clients including support and accommodation requirements.
- Monitor client progress and modify plans as needed.
- Provide support and assistance to clients.
- Advocate and negotiate for clients in education, employment, and mental health settings.
- Participate in treatment team meetings.
- Participate in program and staff performance evaluations.
- Participate in SE/SED training.
- Must be willing to transport clients in a personal vehicle.
Minimum Training & Experience:
- Fully covid-19 vaccinated.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a social services-related field (social work, sociology, psychology, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 6 months of job coaching experience or related experience in Mental Health or Educational fields.
Benefits Offered:
- Medical.
- Dental.
- Vision.
- 401K.
If selected for an interview, please bring a copy of your professional license, driver's license, social security card, the highest level of education (transcripts and degree), and the names of three references to the appointment.
All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring managers. Applicants who are not selected will receive a notification via email.
We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continue to be the most effective way to fight COVID-19.
We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continue to be the most effective way to fight COVID-19.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
SALARY
$54k-69k (estimate)
POST DATE
02/20/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/16/2024
WEBSITE
river-edge.org
HEADQUARTERS
MILLEDGEVILLE, GA
SIZE
200 - 500
FOUNDED
1950
CEO
MARK PERRY
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
INDUSTRY
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
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About River Edge Behavioral Health
River Edge Behavioral Health offers a full continuum of mental health, substance abuse disorder, and intellectual disability support services throughout Georgia. With more than 700 dedicated, compassionate, and professional employees, River Edge makes life better for more than 10,000 Georgians annually.
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