Clinical
ACT Employment Specialist
Buffalo
- Full-Time
- 1280 Main Street, Buffalo, NY
Summary of Position Function
Provide vocational/employment support to individuals who are receiving services from the Spectrum ACT team.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field plus one year work experience with mental health recipients OR
- Associate degree in Human Services or related field with two years’ experience working with mental health recipients
- LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC(P), PHD, PSYD, RN, CASAC preferred
Experience
- Three years work-related experience
Must possess a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record & drive in the community with own vehicle.
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Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities
- Assist individuals with identifying employment/vocational goals.
- Explore with individuals the steps needed to obtain Employment/Vocational Goals.
- Conduct vocational assessments when needed.
- Assist with job exploration that matches an individual’s strengths and desires.
- Assist with developing skills necessary to choosing, securing and maintaining employment.
- Assist with the electronic submission of applications and resumes.
- Educate individuals served and staff on Employment/Vocational services available to them.
- Assist individuals with overcoming barriers they may face in obtaining their Employment/vocational goals
- Provide rapid non-traditional employment opportunities to those individuals seeking such goals
- Provide resources for individuals and staff regarding Work Incentive Benefits for those on SSDI/SI who pursue vocational goals
- Network with local Vocational Programs to assist individuals with Vocational goals
- Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers).
- Provide case management for clients including coordinating and monitoring these activities.
- Conduct ACT comprehensive assessments to assist in the development of treatment plans in conjunction and collaboration with the treatment team and providers.
- Document and maintain an individual’s permanent record.
- Responsible in providing individual with supportive therapy, linkages to support services as well as assistance in the development of symptom management and rehabilitation skills.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
- Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Outlook, as well as the use of the internet to complete job searches and applications.
- Must have some degree of knowledge and experience of vocational programs available for individuals.
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