Employment Education Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Educational and Employment Specialist

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Mental Health and Wellness Services

Reports to: Clinical Program Manager

Job Summary

The Educational and Employment Specialist (EES) works as part of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for coordinating client care within the team and with community partners. This includes evaluating the strengths and needs of clients; identifying lifestyle goals collaboratively with clients and team members; and providing case management interventions that target engagement and increase social supports around education and employment goals. The EES is expected to provide services to clients in both the office and in the community (homes, schools, libraries, etc.).

Essential Functions

• Meet regularly with assigned clients and their families at the office site and in the community.
• Conduct educational and vocational assessment interviews with clients and parents to develop educational and vocational care plans.
• Assist clients in attaining educational and vocational goals.
• Provide evidence-based interventions for supported educational and employment attainment such as the IPS model.
• Assist clients with general care management such as accessing needed services that may include medical, benefits, employment, education, housing, etc.
• Collaborate closely with schools, employers, and community partners.
• Make referrals to other community and mental health agencies as appropriate.
• Maintain records within 72 hours of each client contact or service, in accordance with mandated quality assurance standards for Medi-Cal and Medicare billing as well as in compliance with County Behavioral Health documentation standards.
• Meet all deadlines and comply with agency's documentation requirements and productivity standards.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Attend and contribute to team meetings and case conferences, providing client updates, discussing clinical issues and exchanging ideas.
• Attend all scheduled training courses and follow requirements to maintain competency in evidence-based practices, as indicated.
• Engage in outreach events, including psycho-educational presentations, open houses, and provide information about early intervention for psychosis to other mental health providers and general public as needed.
• Support perform administrative tasks as needed (i.e. chart completion and review, paperwork, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory responsibilities

Core Competencies

• Strong assessment skills and well-developed interviewing skills.
• Ability to establish trusting, hopeful relationships with clients and their families.
• Openness to learning and implementing evidence-based practices to fidelity required.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with and respect differences of opinion, beliefs, culture, appearances, and ways of life.
• Demonstrated reliability and accountability in completing assigned responsibilities, meeting deadlines, and following through on commitments.
• Demonstrated ability to complete required clinical and administrative documentation accurately, thoroughly, and within established program, County, and regulatory timelines.
• Knowledge of County, State, and Federal requirements for documentation and reporting, including Medi-Cal/Medicare standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and effective time management.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team, maintain professional working relationships, communicate respectfully during disagreements, and contribute positively to team functioning.

Work Environment

Typical office and clinical environment. Responsibilities may include offsite meetings, trainings, or other activities as required by business needs.

Physical Demands

• Sit for extended periods of time and the ability to manage repetitive hand/wrist movements while using a computer keyboard and/or the phone. Bend, squat, stoop, and walk- up a flight of stairs.
• Lift and/or carry up to 20 lbs., occasionally. Duties are primarily performed in an office environment at a desk or computer terminal.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid California Drivers’ License with a clean driving record
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and ability totype 45 WPM.
• Four years of experience providing mental health rehabilitation and/or case management services to youth or young adults with serious mental health challenges OR two years of direct service experience in early psychosis program preferred
• Personal or family experience of overcoming mental health challenges highly desirable.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Must clear background check for a Community Care Licensed facility, including physical, TB, and drug test.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Hanna is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Other Duties

This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change at any time. Other duties may be assigned as needed to support organizational goals.