What are the responsibilities and job description for the HCBS Vocational Specialist position at SUN Behavioral Health?
Education required: A bachelor’s degree in behavioral health field is preferred. A Qualified Professional is preferred. Attendance at an Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Vocational training is required either before hire or within 120 days after hire.
Work experience: A minimum of 1 year experience working with adults with mental illness and or substance abuse in a vocational capacity.
Position summary: The Vocational Specialist works with clients that have mental, substance abuse, and developmental disorders and assists them to obtain and maintain paid employment. The team member is called upon to work in the community in the role of job developer and job coach and as a counselor to assess and develop necessary work skills in job seekers. General knowledge of IPS vocational services, and practices. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely. Understanding of treatment planning and a Team approach to treatment. Ability to be available for crisis situations and crisis phone rotation. Must complete required Vocational Training (IPS) within 90 days of employment. Knowledge of recovery principles and community resources concentrating on vocational opportunities. Ability to present members to employers and concentrate on strengths. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely. Possess knowledge of interventions needed for the members to find and maintain employment.
Travel Requirements: Valid Driver’s License and insurance required. Travel will vary depending on the daily schedule for this position. All travel is in the community where the members live and work.
Why apply at Strategic Interventions, LLC?
- Competitive Payrates!
- A supportive, positive, and inclusive company culture
- Meaningful Work: Become part of a company that makes a positive impact on society and offers meaningful and fulfilling work.
- Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training programs, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities to enhance employees’ skills and knowledge.
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Major medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short term & long-term insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Strategic Interventions, LLC is a leading behavioral health provider in North Carolina serving adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Strategic Interventions currently provides services in eight offices from Asheville to Roanoke Rapids. To learn more about us, visit our website at https://www.strategicshc.com/.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Strategic Interventions is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants and employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with applicable law.
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