Job description
PRS, Inc. is recognized as one of the 50 Best Nonprofits to work for in the US. We are a community-based nonprofit organization that is currently seeking a dynamic, professional for our Fulltime Employment Specialist (Mental Health) role in Arlington.
EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
$1500 SIGN ON BONUS!!!
SCHEDULE/ LOCATION /SALARY:
- $1500 Sign on bonus after 6 months
- Monday - Friday
- Arlington, VA
- $47,000 Estimated starting salary based on qualifications and related experience.
- Great Benefits
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF THE EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Employment Services, Fairfax County and Non-county, the Employment Specialist gathers assessment information regarding vocational interests, skills, and abilities; develops individual employment placements within the community and provides on-site and off-site support to individuals in community-based employment.
PRIMARY DUTIES OF THE EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:
- Job Placement - Identify employment opportunities with clients based on assessment information gathered on client's vocational interests, skills and abilities.
- Job Development - Within the community obtain relevant employment opportunities for your clients.
- Job Coaching - Provide support on- and off-site to employed clients.
- Work Readiness - Conduct psycho-educational courses to train clients on what it takes to be employed.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST:
- Bachelors in Human Services with 1-2 years of related experience.
- Strong clinical writing, ability to work independently and prioritize work, high emotional intelligence, able to quickly establish rapport with clients, employers and providers.
- Experience with adults or youth with mental illness, substance use disorder, autism spectrum disorder or mild intellectual disorders.
- Reliable transportation with a clean driving record.
If this sounds like a job for you, please complete an application now! You can also apply at https://prsinc.org
"Changing Lives. Saving Lives."
Equal Opportunity Employer. Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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