ACT INDIVIDUAL PLACEMENT AND SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday, 9 : 00AM – 5 : 00PM

SUMMARY

Family Service League is seeking a  full-time  Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Specialist for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program. The IPS Specialist is an integral member of the ACT team, a multidisciplinary group that provides comprehensive, community-based mental health services to individuals with severe mental illness (SMI). The IPS Specialist will focus on supported employment, helping individuals obtain and maintain competitive jobs in integrated work settings, aligning with their preferences and recovery goals.

We offer a generous benefits package including the following :

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous PTO (paid time off)
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Student Tuition Remission Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Discounts and more!

RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, rehabilitation counseling, or a related field required.

One year of experience in supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, or working with individuals with SMI required.

Familiarity with benefits counseling, including SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and work incentives.

Ability to work flexibly in the community, providing outreach and engagement in clients' homes, workplaces, and other community settings.

Strong interpersonal, advocacy, and relationship-building skills required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records (EHR) required.

Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires sitting for long periods of time and travelling to conduct home visits.

Compensation details : 40000-43389 Yearly Salary

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