What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Specialist, Community Living - Baltimore, MD (Mon - Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm) position at Sheppard Pratt?
Chesapeake Connections helps people achieve success in their community through the right combination of mental health services and support programs. Our team-based approach to care provides creative solutions for client’s needs, providing the best chance at success in their treatment or recovery.
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.
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
What we need from you.
- A high school diploma/GED and two years of experience in the human services field. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
- 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!
