What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment & Education Specialist-Individual Support position at Family & Children's Services Career Center?
- Premium Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits with Zero Cost Options!
- Retirement Savings Program with up to 6% Employer Match
- Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Student Loan Repayment Programs
- Up to 34 Paid Days Off 1st year!
Exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team!
Under immediate to general supervision, The Employment and Education Specialist utilizes the evidence-based approach Individual Placement and Support (IPS). This position provides individualized services to consumers: community based services, job and/or school search, job development and placement, school development, interview skills training, follow-along support for jobs and school, collaboration with consumers’ employers and/or academic personnel, builds relationships with area employers, and provides related case management needs. Demonstrates knowledge of co-occurring disorders and appropriate interventions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services field preferred. Case Management Certificate required.
- Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with mental illnesses and/or substance use issues and respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.
- Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office.
CCBHC Model of Care
Family & Children’s Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.
Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:
- Increased access to care and crisis services
- Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.
- Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients
- Greater access to Social Services for clients’ economic and social needs
- Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.
Drug Free Workplace Policy
This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.