Employment Specialist

What You Will Be Doing

Working as an Employment Specialist you will be responsible for implementing the Individual Placement and Supports (IPS) model to assist job seekers to obtain and maintain competitive integrated employment. You will meet in community, home, and office settings at times preferred by the person served to conduct person-centered vocational services. In this role, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, helping people served to overcome barriers and achieve their personal goals.

Bachelor’s Degree in related field and two years department specific experience or High School Diploma or GED and five years’ experience working in behavioral healthcare. Advanced computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and email. Ability to work a flexible schedule. A valid Michigan Motor Vehicle Operator’s license to travel to appointments in the community.

Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a trauma-informed environment.

Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development. We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan.

You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, 23 days of PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program! Come Join Us! Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión.

We look forward to meeting you!

Physical Efforts — Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing as appropriate. May occasionally require light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending as appropriate. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot. Working Conditions — Office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones. Use of computer screen for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time.

Possible eyestrain from extended periods of viewing computer screen. May be exposed to blood borne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area is required.