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Vocational Specialist

Vocational Specialist

Harbor, Inc.Toledo, OH, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Harbor is seeking a currently competent mental health provider to provide psychosocial and vocational assessment of clients (14 years of age and older) and coordinate linkage between employers and clients.

Position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and 1st shift.

Education / Experience / Other Requirements :

  • Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work or closely related behavioral / mental field from an accredited college or university, plus 1 year vocational rehabilitation experience required; or an Associates’ degree plus 3 years vocational rehabilitation experience; or, in lieu of previous requirement, 5 years’ experience providing vocational rehabilitation services (i.e. job development, job coaching) to BVR, ODJFS funding sources.
  • Preference will be given to candidate who is licensed in Ohio (LSW or LPC) and to the candidate who has experience in vocational rehabilitation with the noted client population.
  • Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word.
  • CPR / First Aid and NCI / CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and show proof of personal auto insurance policy to be deemed insurable with Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier.

Essential Job Competencies / Primary Duties :

DOCUMENTATION

  • Responsible for the quality and completeness of the electronic record.
  • Develops and updates an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) for each client reflecting the seven areas of possible need : Health Care (mental health and physical health), Housing, Financial, Social Support, Leisure / Recreational, Vocational / Educational, and Crisis Prevention.
  • Responsible for accurate and timely documentation which includes, but is not limited to : Activity / Progress Notes, Incident Report forms and any other forms necessary to document CPST services.
  • Types documentation in the format appropriate and acceptable to Harbor.
  • In providing billable services, fulfills or exceeds unit expectations established by Harbor.
  • EVALUATION

  • Assesses client “readiness” for employment and formulates appropriate interventions to assist the client in making progress towards setting and achieving their recovery goals.
  • Assists the client in identifying his / her interests, skills, and aptitudes to assist in exploring possible vocational choices.
  • Assists the client in gaining information on the effects of employment on entitlements / financial assistance that the client may be receiving (i.e., SSI / SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, Section 8, TANF, Food Stamps) to assist the client in making an informed choice.
  • Evaluates worksite / employee job match and may complete worksite job analysis.
  • Assesses client bio-psychosocial needs and formulates a strength-based ISP in conjunction with the client, family, and / or significant others.
  • Evaluates and revises the ISP according to the client’s responses and needs.
  • Assesses client bio-psychosocial needs and formulates a strength-based ISP in conjunction with the client, family, and / or significant others.
  • CRISIS PREVENTION / INTERVENTION

  • Follows crisis prevention / intervention and inpatient pre-screening protocols.
  • ONGOING INTERVENTIONS

  • Assists the client in developing employment opportunities as well as the skills to select, obtain, and maintain employment.
  • Promotes resiliency among clients served through identifying options available through employment.
  • Provides support, education (i.e., benefits counseling, employment risks and benefits, and job seeking skills) and consultation to clients, families, and / or significant others.
  • Actively develops employment opportunities and assists clients in learning job skills as needed, individually or in groups.
  • Provides therapeutic interventions as noted in the ISP to maintain the client in the environment of choice and to enhance client and family functioning.
  • Monitors clients to identify and minimize effects of psychiatric symptoms.
  • Provides education on self-management of symptoms to clients, families and / or significant others.
  • Performs community outreach for the purpose of recruitment, client engagement, and necessary support services.
  • Provides coaching and mentoring assistance as needed for the purpose of maintaining and retaining employment.
  • Carries and utilizes a cell phone for business related communication with supervisor and other staff.
  • COLLABORATION

  • Assists the client and family in increasing social support skills and networks.
  • Coordinates evaluations and assessments by internal and / or external providers.
  • Coordinates and monitors all services identified in the ISP.
  • Provides assistance in gaining access to essential community resources and linking with appropriate vocational resources (OOD, ODJFS, BWC, etc.).
  • About Harbor :

  • A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years
  • 350+ clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year
  • Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!
  • Why Work for Harbor?

    It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include :

    Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Retirement plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
  • Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
  • Clinical supervision hours offered
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Ability to make a difference in your community!
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