Employment Specialist III
$21.44/h-$26.37/h
Pacific Clinics3 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeSenior
Summary
Pacific Clinics is seeking an Employment Specialist III to join their team in Oxnard, CA. The role involves implementing services of the Supported Employment program to assist clients in obtaining and maintaining employment consistent with their vocational goals.
About the Role
As an Employment Specialist III, you will engage clients to establish trusting relationships aimed at competitive employment. Your responsibilities include providing job coaching, conducting job development activities, assisting clients with job search skills, and collaborating with mental health treatment teams. You will also assess clients' work readiness and provide ongoing support to help them maintain employment.
About You
Required:
- Associate's degree and six years' experience in a mental health setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum two years’ experience providing services for the mentally ill or demonstrated ability in vocational services through a publicly funded program.
- Requires Individual, Placement, and Support (IPS) Certification within the first six months of employment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred:
- Bilingual skills in Spanish/English may be required in some areas.
- Demonstrated skills working effectively with the homeless and dually diagnosed population.
- Prior experience in case management with individuals having chronic mental illness.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision benefits.
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Flex Spending, Health Savings Account, EAP, and more.
- Employer Paid Long-Term Disability & Basic Life Insurance.
- 401K Employer Match up to 4%.
- Competitive Time Off Plans.
Pacific Clinics
Offering hope and unlocking the full potential of individuals and families through culturally-responsive, trauma-informed, research-based services for individuals and families from birth to older adults.
Oxnard, CA