Places for People

Places for People

Vocational Specialist - ACT

Springfield, MO · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 days ago
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About the role

  • Telemedicine - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
  • Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
  • 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay

Responsibilities

  • Maintain flexibility in work availability including evenings, overnights and weekends as necessary.
  • Create employer relationships and provide employer services designed to develop competitive, integrated employment opportunities.
  • Maintain frequent contact with referral sources for the purpose of discussing shared clients and identifying potential referrals.

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent certificate is required.
  • At least one year of experience providing employment services.

Nice to have

  • An associate or bachelor's degree in an applicable field from an accredited institution is preferred.

Skills

  • Some knowledge of supervisory and training techniques and practices used in a substance use disorders/mental health setting.
  • Ability to evaluate services within assigned program and give input.
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written, are important for producing clear and concise reports
  • Strong customer service skills are also necessary.
  • Proficiency in computer knowledge, including Word, Excel, internet platforms, and other electronic media.

Compensation

  • 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay

Benefits

  • Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
  • full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
  • Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
  • As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce.
  • Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
  • A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
  • Compile and review vocational, medical, psychological and educational information, and utilize this information to assist clients with individualized career planning, job development and retention services.
  • Assist clients with individualized benefits planning at the onset of services, before starting a new job and when making decisions about changes in work hours and pay.
  • Educate employers regarding benefits of hiring persons with disabilities and facilitate job accommodations (e.g., assistive technology Adaptations, job carving, etc.)

Company info

  • We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission.
  • We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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