VOCATIONAL SPECIALIST

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

SCHEDULE:

 Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

SUMMARY:

Family Service League is seeking a full-time Vocational Specialist to work in our Personalized Recovery Oriented Services (PROS) program located in Huntington NY.  The Vocational Specialist provides recovery-based services to adults with serious and persistent mental illness. Responsibilities include assisting individuals in identifying and achieving employment and educational goals through individualized vocational counseling and support. The Vocational Specialist conducts assessments, facilitates PROS individual and group sessions, assists with job readiness and job search activities, and provides ongoing support to help participants obtain and maintain competitive employment. Regular travel within the community and the transportation of clients are essential functions of this position. This position is community-based, with at least 50% of work hours spent off-site providing vocational services, employer outreach, job development, and employment support and community integration.

We offer a generous benefits package including the following:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous PTO (paid time off)
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Student Tuition Remission Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Discounts and more!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Vocational Specialist will provide vocational services in individual and group settings utilizing evidence-based practices, including IPS (Individual Placement and Support).
• Spend at least 50% of work time in the field providing direct vocational services, conducting employer outreach, job development, community integration, and supporting clients in achieving employment-related goals.
• Maintain a caseload of clients.
• Provide group services to assist all clients with recovery goals.
• Utilize Job Zone and Career Zone resources to assist clients in achieving employment-related goals.
• The Vocational Specialist will provide services in both office and community-based settings.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers to identify employment opportunities and support successful job placement for participants.
• Assist clients with SSI and SSDI income reporting and benefits navigation.
• Provide referrals to Adult Career and Continuing Education Services – Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) when individuals may benefit from services not provided through IPS, including college or vocational training, tuition assistance, and assistive technology.
• The Vocational Specialist will assist individuals with resume writing and cover letter development.
• Complete all caseload documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, relapse prevention plans, and other required records.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field required. 

Minimum of one year of related experience in mental health services required. 

Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, required, as well as familiarity with Electronic Health Records. 

Valid, clean New York State driver's license required.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle and transport clients in accordance with agency policies and procedures. 
• Ability to enter and exit a vehicle multiple times throughout the workday and assist clients with entering and exiting the vehicle, as needed.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb stairs as required during community visits and client interactions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.