Employment Specialist

Overview:

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is seeking a full-time Employment Specialist to work in our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) in Yonkers and Mt. Vernon. The Employment Specialist is part of a small multidisciplinary team that provides support and assistance to individuals (aged 4 throughout the lifespan).  The salary range is $48,000-$50,000/year.

Responsibilities:

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Enrolling individuals into wrap around services and conducting initial engagement and assessments for new referrals.
• Completing initial and ongoing assessments, per grant requirements.  
• Conducting Social Determinants of Health assessments.
• Providing person centered educational and employment support and emotional support to help individuals reach their goals. 
• Participating in multidisciplinary care planning meetings & grand rounds.
• Assisting the team with crisis intervention and stabilization, as needed, to support the client.
• Participating in outreach and recruitment activities with the team, forging relationships with community providers to help individuals access care and vocational/educational opportunities. 
• Tracking data regarding new referrals and progress towards employment and educational goals.

Requirements:

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health-related field, social services, or business.
• Experience delivering employment or education services.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with Care Coordination and Clinical Team. 
• Strong knowledge & interest in working with individuals with behavioral health challenges. 
• Familiarity with community resources.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, not required.

What WJCS has to offer you:

In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA).
• 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan.
• Ongoing Professional Development and Training.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives.

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