Vocational Specialist

Vocational Specialist (Full Time)Our Community Support Program is searching for a Vocational Specialist to support individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges in preparing for competitive employment and/or furthering their education. As a Vocational Specialist, you will focus on vocational assessment, skill building, career exploration, job development, and job coaching. Your role will also include:Identifying and building upon individuals' strengths.Identifying and addressing individuals' barriers/challenges to employment/education.Assisting individuals with developing and working on recovery plan goals.Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings.Collaborating care with employers, educators, family members, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and other multidisciplinary team members to support individuals in attaining their goals.This position is looking for an individual who can work independently, but also as a team player! The candidate should also demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, strong computer skills, knowledge of relevant ethical guidelines in behavioral health practice, and a willingness to engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices/evidence-based practices. Prior experience in employment services and working in the community behavioral health field is preferred. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.Education/Licensing Requirements:

A bachelor's Degree in the Human Services field is required, or at a minimum associate's level degree working towards a bachelor's Degree. Approved driver's record, insurance, and reliable transportation required!To apply for this opening please visit our website

Community Care Alliance

and select "Careers" and then "Current Openings" to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.Benefits:Health InsuranceDental/Vision InsuranceIDShield / Legal ShieldFlexible SpendingGroup Life InsuranceLong Term Disability403 (b) PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramHolidaysVacation timeSick timeRelease HoursTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramBilingual StipendStaff TrainingCareer Advancement opportunities.About Us:Community Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant, and better informed to meet their economic, social, and emotional challenges.Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.Military friendly employer!

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