What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supported Employment Specialist position at Cornerstone Southern Maryland?
Cornerstone – Supported Employment Specialist
Cornerstone empowers people living with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders to live, work, and integrate successfully into the community. We envision that each person we serve will have a meaningful life of their choosing. As the largest outpatient behavioral health agency in Montgomery County, we offer years of evidence based treatment experience to our consumers and practical training to our staff. Our robust training program allows staff members to develop and grow in the position and provides the basis for upward mobility within the agency.
Responsibilities of the Supported Employment Specialist
- Provide high quality vocational supports including resume building & job development
- Network with local employers to educate them on hiring incentive benefits
- Assists clients in maintaining employment by frequent visits to the work site
- Conducts work based assessments on clients through motivational interviewing to identify their professional background and assists the client in developing measurable long and short term goals
Qualifications of the Supported Employment Specialist
- High School Diploma/GED required, BA in Psychology, Social Work, or Sociology preferred (unless required by State Contract)
- Driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and access to a vehicle for work purposes
- Knowledge of basic computer functions (Google Suite, Microsoft Office) and ability to learn software systems and/or websites (Paycom, EHR, Relias, etc)
Our company offers a dynamic and collegial work environment, ongoing opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including 3 weeks paid vacation, up to 500 hours of sick leave, 9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays (bonus days). Eligible for health care (single and family) the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Must work a minimum of 20 hours per week to be eligible for benefits and leave accruals. 403(b) retirement plan with employer match available. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position.
Cornerstone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Military veterans are strongly encouraged to apply
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- driver's license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $45,000