EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for BOTH 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture. Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”. Job Title: Employment Specialist Program: Supported Employment Location: 725 Airport Road, Lakewood, NJ Position Type: Full Time Salary: $35,740.00 Job Description/Summary Supported Employment Specialists assist individuals facing mental health challenges in finding competitive employment. Employment Specialists empower individuals to obtain and maintain meaningful jobs in the community, aligning with their preferences, strengths, experiences, interests and talents. Employment Specialists conduct career assessments, facilitate job development activities, assist with benefits planningand job related support. Essential Job function The Employment Specialist assists our consumers in choosing, getting and keeping a job. Performs the role of case manager offering guidance and support with job seeking skills including interviewing and applications. Seeks other services and resources as needed. Provides job coaching and MH supports Knowledge of work practices such as environmental preference, safety, ,entitlements, Provides timely and effective advocacy, consultation, service coordination, evaluation, written reports, and contacts to community resources and related professionals as required by PBHG standards and consumer needs. Competencies Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication Effectively uses outreach to engage consumers into program Performs job responsibility with a minimum supervision Creativity/problem solving. Has good ideas and solutions and will seek out assistance when needed Completes timely and evidenced based documentation to departmental and agency standards Qualifications Education BA in human services or AA plus 2 years experience in providing human services or 5 years human service experience Valid NJ Driver's License-Good Driving Record Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Long Term Disability Insurance Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance Staff Training and Development Opportunities Employee Referral Bonus program EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr