East Bay Community Action Program
Vocational Specialist
East Bay Community Action Program, Barrington, Rhode Island, us, 02806
East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking a full-time Vocational Specialist for our Behavioral Health Services Division at our 2 Old County Road location in Barrington, RI. The successful candidate will perform a variety of case management and care coordination duties on an Integrated Health Home (IHH), Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, and/or Community Support Outpatient Team relating to the complete case management in support of clients living with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) who are living independently in the community.Responsibilities:
Research and apply vocational benefit programs to appropriate clients, including, but not limited to: “carving in” and “carving out” of jobs, work-readiness programs, performing task analysis, applying for On the Job (OTJ) Training benefits through the RI Department of Labor, Workforce Investment Act (WIA) trainings, and locating internship and externships for both Supported and Non-Supported clients.Assess each client to determine interests, needs, and abilities in order to match clients with realistic career or employment situations.Educate clients about their benefits and attainable goals expected by employers.Track job leads and referrals; assist clients in developing a resume and/or completing applications, and verbally representing themselves to prospective employers. Provide ongoing support to assist clients in maintaining employment.Demonstrate knowledge of legal issues and civil rights relevant to seeking and maintaining employment.Effectively access and employ community resources toward vocational goals.Work with clients exemplifies values and best practice guidelines defined in RI's Supported Employment Elements.Qualifications:
The Vocational Specialist requires a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field or an Associate's Degree with a minimum of two (2) years of direct experience. Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record if engaged in travel on behalf of the organization.Benefits:
For Full Time Employees Working 30 – 40 hours per week, EBCAP provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes heavily subsidized medical and dental insurance plans (BCBSRI), supplemental vision insurance, voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, up to 3% company matching 403(b) retirement plan, employer-paid life insurance & long-term disability, generous paid time off that includes vacation/holidays/personal days/sick time, mileage reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for center-paid training/CEUs, employee assistance programs.Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at East Bay Community Action Program.EBCAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to providing a diverse workplace.
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Research and apply vocational benefit programs to appropriate clients, including, but not limited to: “carving in” and “carving out” of jobs, work-readiness programs, performing task analysis, applying for On the Job (OTJ) Training benefits through the RI Department of Labor, Workforce Investment Act (WIA) trainings, and locating internship and externships for both Supported and Non-Supported clients.Assess each client to determine interests, needs, and abilities in order to match clients with realistic career or employment situations.Educate clients about their benefits and attainable goals expected by employers.Track job leads and referrals; assist clients in developing a resume and/or completing applications, and verbally representing themselves to prospective employers. Provide ongoing support to assist clients in maintaining employment.Demonstrate knowledge of legal issues and civil rights relevant to seeking and maintaining employment.Effectively access and employ community resources toward vocational goals.Work with clients exemplifies values and best practice guidelines defined in RI's Supported Employment Elements.Qualifications:
The Vocational Specialist requires a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field or an Associate's Degree with a minimum of two (2) years of direct experience. Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record if engaged in travel on behalf of the organization.Benefits:
For Full Time Employees Working 30 – 40 hours per week, EBCAP provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes heavily subsidized medical and dental insurance plans (BCBSRI), supplemental vision insurance, voluntary medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, up to 3% company matching 403(b) retirement plan, employer-paid life insurance & long-term disability, generous paid time off that includes vacation/holidays/personal days/sick time, mileage reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for center-paid training/CEUs, employee assistance programs.Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at East Bay Community Action Program.EBCAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to providing a diverse workplace.
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