POSITION SUMMARY: Supports people in recovery to obtain and maintain competitive employment of their choice, utilizing evidence based practice. They provide the skill building and supports necessary to assist the individual in obtaining and maintaining their own goals related to employment and career advancement.

Accountable and responsible for the following results:

Direct services:

• Provide vocational counseling and career exploration for persons in recovery.
• Develop job sites in accord with individual needs.
• Provide on-the-job training and support services.
• Conduct career planning classes and vocational groups as needed.
• Provide direct service in accordance with contractual guidelines.
• Collaborate with Community Support Teams by having a representative of vocational services at team meetings, providing vocational consultation to the team, as well as an opportunity to link a person in recovery to vocational services.

Quality Management:

• Maintain records in accord with policies and procedures.
• Produce reports as assigned.
• Meet or exceed established outcome measures of BHcare and funding source.
• Required to use own vehicle on company business or to transport clients

BHcare

Caring for our community through all stages of life.

Who We Are

BHcare is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that offers a comprehensive and integrated system of care with wrap-around services for adults, children and families struggling with mental health, substance use, domestic violence, and other health-risk behaviors.

We employ a diverse and dedicated group of professionals that create and sustain programs to rebuild and change the lives of those who walk through our doors each day. We are devoted to helping our clients live to their full potential as happy, healthy and active members of our community.

Why BHcare?

Our culture and benefits are designed to promote your well-being and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits to full-time (30+ hours per week) employees:

• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal and paid holidays)
• 403(b) retirement plans with up to 4% employer match
• Health & Dental insurance
• Medical Dependent care & flexible spending accounts
• LTD & Disability coverage
• Life & AD&D
• Supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career advancement opportunities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree preferred. In lieu of Bachelors degree: Associates degree or College coursework equivalent (2 years) and 2 years work experience in behavioral health field; OR high school diploma and minimum of 4 years of experience in behavioral health field, RSS certification required and lived experience compatible with person served required.
• Ability to complete training as may be required for position and program assigned.
• Knowledge of Psychiatric Rehabilitation is desirable.
• Must have and maintain a valid CT drivers license if relocated to CT as a state resident more than 30 days ago. Must maintain an acceptable driving record and be insurable at a reasonable rate under the Organizations auto insurance plan.
• Must be proficient with PCs and Microsoft Office Word & Outlook, and if applicable ability to navigate through electronic health record.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS

• RSS certification required