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NEOGOV · 2 hours ago

Workforce Specialist II (Beaufort/Coastal Empire)

Beaufort County, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$37K/yr - $60K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Workforce Specialist II to join their Office of Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate care to the community. The role involves developing competitive employment opportunities for mentally ill patients and advocating for their successful integration into the workforce.

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Responsibilities

Recruit and prepare individuals to successfully pursue transitional, supportive, or competitive employment and/or volunteer opportunities in the community by addressing the skill development needs of patients and case managed referrals

Provide advocacy services on behalf of employed mentally ill patients; consult and work collaboratively with staff, agencies, and employers to achieve positive employment outcomes on behalf of IPS participants

Provide outreach services as necessary to patients when they appear to disengage from service

Use a variety of methods to provide outreach

Delivery of PRS related services as approved and appropriate

Act as the SEE provider as part of the Center's FEP/Navigate program providing supported employment and education services to identified patients and participating in regular team staffing

Maintain a minimum of Employer Contacts weekly as per IPS - Model Fidelity Standards

Regular outreach to new and former employers to build IPS employer partners and employment opportunities

Engage in community events such as job fairs and other activities to support IPS patient's employment goals and employment opportunities

Keep accurate records of all employment specialist activities and documentation related to IPS-model, Including Employer Contacts, Patient Contacts, and Assessments

Shall comply with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health Compliance Plan and all legal responsibilities and requirements in performing their job duties

Perform other related duties as deemed necessary by supervisor

Qualification

CounselingBehavior modificationMental health knowledgeBilingual (English/Spanish)Advocacy skillsCommunity engagementRecord keepingDriving skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

A bachelor's degree and one year of experience in counseling and/or behavior modification programs

Employee will be expected to promote employment of mentally ill patients including participation in community support networks, aiding employers/employees as needed, and promoting IPS programs

Some duties may occur outside of normal hours

May be asked to support persons at any of the Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center (CECMHC) clinic sites

Majority of work will be in the community and require considerable driving

Post hire, employees must have: BA degree and/or direct work experience in mental health or related field to qualify as a credentialed PRS provider

Basic understanding of mental illness and the ability to serve persistently a mentally ill population

Ability to communicate effectively, problem solve and have a valid SC Driver's License