What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist, Assertive Community Treatment – Columbia, MD position at Sheppard Pratt?
Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs provide comprehensive, mobile treatment services for adults with a persistent mental health illness. The program is for individuals who have not found success in traditional outpatient settings and who require individualized treatment services when and where it’s needed.
What to expect.
You will work with clients to find and maintain meaningful employment. Direct support services include engagement, assessment, job search, job development, and job support.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Conducting assessments to determine which job(s) are interesting to a client, as well as what skill level they require.
- Using extensive networking to identify potential job leads and talking to employers about a client’s abilities and desires to work in their place of business.
- Providing follow-along supports including targeted interventions and job coaching to help maintain employment.
- Supporting clients with budgeting and money management as assigned.
Work hours typically follow a Monday – Friday schedule. Must have availability for occasional evening and/or weekend work. You will have independence and flexibility to schedule your appointments and complete your work under the program director’s direct approval and supervision.
What you’ll get from us.
At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
- 403b retirement match
- Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous mileage reimbursement program
Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.
What we need from you.
- A high school diploma or GED, bachelor’s degree preferred.
- One year of experience in vocational or behavioral health.
- A driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!
