Education Specialist-Individual Support

Employment & Education Specialist-Individual Support

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Exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team!

Under immediate to general supervision, the Employment and Education Specialist utilizes the evidence-based approach Individual Placement and Support (IPS). This position provides individualized services to consumers: community-based services, job and/or school search, job development and placement, school development, interview skills training, follow-along support for jobs and school, collaboration with consumers’ employers and/or academic personnel, builds relationships with area employers, and provides related case management needs.

Demonstrates knowledge of co-occurring disorders and appropriate interventions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Services field preferred. Case Management Certificate required.
• Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with mental illnesses and/or substance use issues and respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office.

Family & Children's Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Utilizing Multi-disciplinary Teams, Staff Work Collaboratively To Provide a Coordinated Effort To Enhance Client Recovery. Robust CCBHC Services Often Result In Better Client Outcomes And Quality Of Care Due To

• Increased access to care and crisis services
• Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.
• Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients
• Greater access to Social Services for clients’ economic and social needs
• Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

Drug Free Workplace Policy:
This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.

• Premium Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits with Zero Cost Options!
• Retirement Savings Program with up to 6% Employer Match
• Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment Programs
• 33 Paid Days Off 1st year!

Entry level

Full-time

Human Resources

Mental Health Care