Supported Employment Specialist

Company Description

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator, -the Employment Specialist will provide vocational rehabilitation for people with serious mental illnesses that emphasizes helping them obtain competitive work in the community and providing the supports necessary to ensure their success in the workplace. SE will help consumers find jobs that pay competitive wages in integrated settings (i.e., with other people who don’t necessarily have disabilities) in the community.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in mental health or social services, business, personnel management, or vocational services is required or equivalent combinations of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities have been acquired. Experience working with people with serious mental illnesses, experience with vocational services and knowledge of the work world are preferred.
• Two years professional experience performing counseling, crisis intervention, or equivalent related experience in human services, marketing, public relations or business, is required.
• Working knowledge of a broad range of occupations and jobs and general knowledge and experience in job development/experience is preferred.
• Possession or access to an automobile along with Maryland state driver’s license is required
  
  
  

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.