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

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the AllHealth Network hiring salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, merit, and the ability to embody the AllHealth Network mission and values. The range listed is just one component of AllHealth Networks' total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives as well as a generous benefits package detailed below.

The Perks & Benefits You Deserve:

• First, you would be joining one of Denver's Top Places to Work! We are honored to receive this amazing award, and we know it is recognition from our engaged staff who believe they are taken care of, listened to, and believe they are part of something bigger.
• Our facility is approved by the Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC), and we offer our employees the opportunity to participate in our Loan Repayment Program.
• Additionally, we provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:
• Positive, collaborative team culture
• Competitive compensation structure
• Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings 401k, company match up to 50% of the first 6% contributed
• Excellent Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Off