Northern Rivers Family of Services
Supported Employment & Education Specialist
Northern Rivers Family of Services, Albany, New York, United States
Pay Competitive
Location Albany/New York
Employment type Other
Job Description
Req#: 55674 Job Details
Job Location : Albany-New Karner-PCFC - Albany, NY
Position Type : Full Time
Education Level : Bachelors
Salary Range : $20.00 - $22.00
Travel Percentage : Up to 50%
Job Shift : Day
Job Category : Nonprofit - Social Services POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION SUMMARY The OnTrackNY Program is an innovative treatment program at Parsons Child and Family Center. The program serves adolescents and young adults who are within two years of experiencing the onset of non-affective psychosis. OnTrackNY is an evidence-based approach assisting individuals with mental illness to obtain rapid competitive employment and mainstream educational opportunities. Supportive Education and Employment Specialist (SEES) workers are fully integrated into the mental health service. The SEES will work as part of a small multidisciplinary team providing coordinated and assertive treatment in the earliest stages of illness. This position is responsible for supporting the educational and employment needs for OnTrack NY enrolled participants. This position will also help participants to identify interests and skills related to education and employment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Engaging clients and establishing trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of education or competitive employment in community job settings. Providing job development and job search services directed toward positions that are individualized to the interests and uniqueness of the people on his/her caseload, following the principles and procedures of the individual placement and support approach to supported employment. Conducting a minimum of 4 employer contacts per week. Providing individualized support to assist clients in maintaining employment or education. Arranging access to benefits counseling. Spending 65% or more time of scheduled work hours in the community. For example, meeting clients at community locations (e.g. home, workplace, school, coffee shop, library, etc.); taking clients to apply for jobs; investigating local employment options; or meeting with employers regarding job development. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Requires a Bachelors degree in mental health or a related field. One (1) year of related experience. Training and experience working with adolescents and/or young adults with serious mental illness. Experience providing employment services. CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE None required. ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS
If you want a rewarding career where you make a positive impact on children and their families, we want to talk to you! At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives while also strengthening our community. We are a family of human service agencies united in our passion to helping children, families, and adults reach their potential. Northern Rivers coordinates the quality of care, depth of programs, and combined size and passion for the mission to provide care for more than 18,000 people each year in 41 counties throughout New York State. If you’ve got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services! Our employees receive generous paid time off, an expansive health care package, tuition reimbursement, loan repayment assistance, free training/CEU opportunities, and much more!
Apply today to become part of our team!
Northern Rivers 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, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff, and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work here at Northern Rivers! About the company
Northern Rivers Family of Services is the parent organization to Parsons Child & Family Center and Northeast Parent & Child Society. Together, we are a family of human service agencies who work together to provide life-changing care to children, families, and adults.
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Req#: 55674 Job Details
Job Location : Albany-New Karner-PCFC - Albany, NY
Position Type : Full Time
Education Level : Bachelors
Salary Range : $20.00 - $22.00
Travel Percentage : Up to 50%
Job Shift : Day
Job Category : Nonprofit - Social Services POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION SUMMARY The OnTrackNY Program is an innovative treatment program at Parsons Child and Family Center. The program serves adolescents and young adults who are within two years of experiencing the onset of non-affective psychosis. OnTrackNY is an evidence-based approach assisting individuals with mental illness to obtain rapid competitive employment and mainstream educational opportunities. Supportive Education and Employment Specialist (SEES) workers are fully integrated into the mental health service. The SEES will work as part of a small multidisciplinary team providing coordinated and assertive treatment in the earliest stages of illness. This position is responsible for supporting the educational and employment needs for OnTrack NY enrolled participants. This position will also help participants to identify interests and skills related to education and employment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Engaging clients and establishing trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of education or competitive employment in community job settings. Providing job development and job search services directed toward positions that are individualized to the interests and uniqueness of the people on his/her caseload, following the principles and procedures of the individual placement and support approach to supported employment. Conducting a minimum of 4 employer contacts per week. Providing individualized support to assist clients in maintaining employment or education. Arranging access to benefits counseling. Spending 65% or more time of scheduled work hours in the community. For example, meeting clients at community locations (e.g. home, workplace, school, coffee shop, library, etc.); taking clients to apply for jobs; investigating local employment options; or meeting with employers regarding job development. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Requires a Bachelors degree in mental health or a related field. One (1) year of related experience. Training and experience working with adolescents and/or young adults with serious mental illness. Experience providing employment services. CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE None required. ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS
If you want a rewarding career where you make a positive impact on children and their families, we want to talk to you! At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives while also strengthening our community. We are a family of human service agencies united in our passion to helping children, families, and adults reach their potential. Northern Rivers coordinates the quality of care, depth of programs, and combined size and passion for the mission to provide care for more than 18,000 people each year in 41 counties throughout New York State. If you’ve got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services! Our employees receive generous paid time off, an expansive health care package, tuition reimbursement, loan repayment assistance, free training/CEU opportunities, and much more!
Apply today to become part of our team!
Northern Rivers 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, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff, and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work here at Northern Rivers! About the company
Northern Rivers Family of Services is the parent organization to Parsons Child & Family Center and Northeast Parent & Child Society. Together, we are a family of human service agencies who work together to provide life-changing care to children, families, and adults.
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