What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist - Hope Cooperative (TLCS, Inc.) position at Hope Cooperative (aka TLCS, Inc.)?
We are looking for dynamic, committed individuals to join our team. If you want to be part of the solution to solving homelessness in our community, we are looking for your talent and expertise as we transform and empower the lives of people with mental illness by supporting independence and preventing homelessness.
Title: Employment Specialist
Program(s) and Location: CORE X Street (Sacramento, CA)
Schedule: Full-time non-exempt, 40 hours/week, Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm and may require working some evenings and weekend schedules
Pay rate: $23.32/hour - $25.71/hour, depending on years of experience and education
Benefits: HOPE Cooperative (aka TLCS, Inc.) offers a competitive benefits package consisting of, but not limited to, the following, and may be subject to change:
- 21 PTO days per year (4 weeks & 1 day)
- 26 PTO days after the 5th year (5 weeks & 1 day)
- 6 days paid sick time
- 10 paid holidays
- 1 Personal Day
- Employer-paid health insurance for employees and children
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401k match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Regular hourly wage step scale increases
- Flexible start/end times for some positions
- iPhone with unlimited data for personal/professional use and laptop for some positions
- Clinical Supervision towards licensure (for certain positions and upon approval)
- CEU days for certain positions
- Free CEUs for certain positions
- Annual BBQ and staff appreciation awards
- Annual Gift Card Program
- Referral Bonuses
- PTO Cash Out
- Voluntary Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Disability Insurance and more.
* All benefit offerings are subject to change and are governed by the eligibility guidelines in the Employee Handbook. This list represents a general summary of available benefits and nothing stated here should be interpreted as being included in a written offer for employment.
Position Description:
The Employment Specialist provides direct client services to support vocational/employment and educational goals outlined in the client plan. The Employment Specialist will provide a client needs assessment, vocational evaluation, employment and education preparation, and training. This position works closely with community vocational services and the Department of Rehabilitation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (includes the following, other duties may be assigned)
- Support individuals with active listening, demonstration of empathy and carry a message of hope and recovery.
- Observe, assess, intervene and refer (within one’s scope of practice) in situations with clients regarding mental health symptoms, physical health symptoms and substance use issues.
- Develop Employment and Education plans with clients and meet with the clients as needed to encourage, support and advocate for progress and assist with skill development.
- Provide/Assist the client with transportation in personal vehicle as necessary.
- Work with a multi-disciplinary team to provide integrated psychosocial rehabilitative services to clients in the community and their homes, and attend meetings to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Provide positive public relations, community referrals, information and support by linking clients to needed resources; advocate with and on behalf of clients and significant support persons the clients have identified.
- Accurately complete all necessary forms, reports and paperwork required by the program on a timely basis e.g., Medi-Cal billing (progress notes, special incident reports, EHR forms).
- Facilitate Employment and Education Groups for Interview and career preparation
- Work one on one with individuals to prepare resumes and complete online applications.
- Actively pursue and maintain relationships with local businesses that will work with our program and hire our clients.
- Facilitate groups and engage one on one with clients to teach fiscal responsibility, debt repayment, and increase general financial knowledge.
- Support clients in navigating DSPS, FASFA, and connection to local colleges and trade schools.
- Act as a designated Mandated Reporter for the observed or suspected abuse and/or neglect of children, disabled individuals, dependent adults and elder/senior citizens. Mandated Reporter also includes “Duty to Warn” which includes the responsibility to notify authorities and the intended victim(s) of physical harm.
- Ensure the protection and confidentiality of all Protected Health Information (PHI) by following all policies and procedures in the agency HIPAA Manual.
- Regular and predictable attendance required.
- Use motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and harm-reduction practices
Supervisory Responsibilities: The Employment Specialist has no supervisory duties.
Education and/or Experience:
- Must meet the qualifications of a Mental Health Assistant III (MHA III). Individual must have:
- A minimum of four (4) years of full-time equivalent (FTE) direct care experience in the mental health field providing mental health services; OR
- Two (2) years of FTE direct care experience in a mental health related field providing mental health services and two years of education (60 semester or 90 quarter units) with a minimum of 12 semesters (18 quarter units) in a mental health related subject such as child development, social work, human behavior, rehabilitation, psychology or alcohol and drug counseling; OR
- MHRS is highly desirable
- Ability to work with individuals who have a mental health diagnosis. Experience is highly desirable.
- Experience with Medi-Cal billing is highly desirable.
- Experience with persons who have substance abuse problems, preferably individuals who are dually diagnosed (mental health & substance abuse) is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of 12-Step Programs and/or personal experience with substance abuse recovery is highly desirable.
- Lived experience as a mental health consumer or a family member/loved one of a mental health consumer is desirable.
- Mental health crisis intervention experience is highly desirable.
- Experience providing employment and educational support services is highly desirable.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- Possess a valid California Driver’s License and current vehicle insurance. Driving record must meet, and continue to meet, the underwriting standards established by the generalized driving guidelines used by our insurance broker. Must provide proof of insurance.
- Must have at least 3 or more years of driving experience.
Other Skills, Abilities, and Job Requirements:
- Ability to pass clearance of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and/or Department of Justice (DOJ) background screenings.
- Consumer of mental health services or a family member of a mental health consumer is desirable.
HOPE Cooperative (aka TLCS, Inc.) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Our agency embraces a diverse & culturally rich workforce, and we welcome all candidates to apply.
To apply visit Hope Cooperative - Online Career Center
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Salary : $23 - $26
