Employment Specialist

4 weeks ago


Joplin, Missouri, United States Burrell Behavioral Health Full time

Employment Specialist Opportunity

Burrell Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Employment Specialist to join our team in providing Supported Living and Employment Services. As an Employment Specialist, you will play a vital role in helping individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment achieve their career goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Compile and review comprehensive vocational, medical, psychological, and educational information to assist clients in crafting individualized career plans, job development strategies, and retention services.
  • Schedule and actively participate in team and planning meetings, facilitating shared decision-making to discuss individual clients and their employment goals.
  • Assist clients in individualized career planning through interviews, community-based activities, and vocational counseling, identifying their strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences related to personal and employment goals.
  • Serve as a dedicated advocate for clients with employers, referral sources, and other stakeholders, including families, schools, and social service agencies.
  • Educate employers on the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities and facilitate job accommodations, such as assistive technology adaptations and job carving.
  • Promote the system, services, and clients professionally with employers and through active participation in community events and awareness activities, which may include making presentations or public speaking.
  • Travel extensively to conduct job development and support activities, including transporting clients to various locations.

Requirements:

  • An associate's or bachelor's degree in an applicable field from an accredited institution is preferred.
  • Understanding of how to support individuals with disabilities and/or barriers to employment, education, and/or independent living.
  • Awareness of the challenges faced by individuals with mental illness and substance abuse disorders, and knowledge of how to access community resources.
  • Familiarity with methods, modalities, legal requirements, and court procedures related to treating mental illnesses and substance use disorders.
  • Basic knowledge of supervisory and training techniques and practices used in a substance use disorders/mental health setting.
  • Proficiency in computer knowledge, including Word, Excel, internet platforms, and other electronic media.

What We Offer:

  • Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
  • Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
  • Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel
  • NHSC approved - eligible site for tax-free student loan assistance
  • Top-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

How to Apply:

Apply today to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.


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