Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist

Employment Specialist AllHealth Network At AllHealth Network, employment is a key driver of recovery, independence, and community integration. Our team is dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges in achieving meaningful employment and long-term stability. As an Employment Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals through the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, helping them obtain and maintain competitive employment while integrating with their broader behavioral health care team.

What You'll Do

• Champion employment as a key factor in mental health recovery by partnering with consumers, employers, mental health professionals, families, and community partners.
• Vocational specialists using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model will achieve the following goals:
• Job placement, monitored monthly through supervision and team meetings
• Comprehensive career planning as evidenced by the inclusion of a Supported Employment Plan in EHR.
• Job coaching documented in EHR.
• Maintenance of employer partnerships as evidenced by self-report, community logs, and progress notes.
• Completion of progress reports for DVR and other funding partners.
• Foster integration of vocational, mental health, and rehabilitation services, as evidenced by self-report and team meeting minutes.
• Complete documentation timely and professionally, as evidenced by quarterly dashboard.
• Perform services in the community for 65% of their work week, as evidenced by quarterly dashboard.
• Make at least 6 contacts with hiring managers per week, as evidenced by community log and self-report.
• Responsible for assisting individuals experiencing mental illness and/or substance use by teaching job skills to prepare them for workforce entry.
• Maintain adherence to the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model.
• Provide on-the-job training and support to help clients maintain their employment.
• Offer services to individuals, guided by the individual and involving families, friends, peer groups, and community supports.
• Monitor symptoms, current mental status, and clinical service needs for program members and assist with connecting to those services as required.
• Coordinate information with all relevant providers both internally and externally.
• Connect individuals to case managers and benefit acquisition specialists to promote job development and successful placement.
• Operate as a colleague and role model, working collaboratively with program members and other staff in all aspects of the program.
• Educate colleagues about employment, education, and meaningful roles for job seekers as central to the recovery process.
• Assist in maintaining employment resource materials, bulletin boards, and promoting celebration of individual successes.
• Foster a "work" culture at AllHealth Network.
• Document all service contacts in the community and with individuals.
• Develop mutually agreed upon implementation action plans with a recovery focus.
• Network with the business community to assist with maintaining and developing relationships to promote job development and placement for individuals.
• Develop community employment positions that match the needs and desires of specific individuals.
• Demonstrate a customer service focus, good communication, and professionalism with clients, co-workers, and outside agency personnel to provide high-quality services and enhance community relationships.
• Complete all monthly reports and track individuals enrolled in the program to meet fidelity measures.
• Fulfill obligations with the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation related to the number of clients served in vocational services and job placements. Work collaboratively with vocational counselors on this endeavor.
• Complete and follow through with financial and clinical information necessary to ensure reimbursement for services provided to consumers.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 2 years of experience in behavioral health or human services
• Preferred: Supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, coaching, job development, career counseling
• Familiarity with recovery and trauma-informed care
• Ability to use an electronic health record system

Why You'll Love Working Here

• A culture rooted in compassion, care, and integrity, where clinicians are valued as people first.
• Strong work-life balance supported by flexible scheduling options and manageable caseloads.
• The autonomy to shape your work, with leadership that trusts your professional judgment.
• Regular supervision and consultation opportunities with experienced clinicians and leaders.
• Clear paths for professional growth through continuing education, mentorship, and leadership development.
• A comprehensive benefits package and a supportive environment where your voice matters.
• The opportunity to serve a diverse and high-impact population, making a real difference every day in the lives of individuals, families, and our community.

Position Details: Full Time Mon - Friday Littleton, CO Compensation: $24 - $27 an hour