Free health insurance for MHA full-time employees Overview The Mental Health Association in Ulster County, Inc. is seeking a full-time (37.5 hours per week) Individual Placement and Support Employment Specialist. IPS supported employment helps people living with behavioral health conditions work at regular jobs of their choosing. The IPS Employment Specialist will work with individuals served within the organization’s rehabilitation programs specifcally ACT and CORE to gain competitive employment. The schedule is Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm. The pay rate for this position is $20 hourly. Responsibilities and Duties Include:
Support the principle of working with the individual at any point in their recovery, regardless of previous employment history or current barriers
Integrate employment services with mental health treatment. This initiative assures optimal treatment by integrating evidence-based practices, clinical treatment, recovery, and rehabilitation in a single, person-centered environment
Involved in creating a partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking
Provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives
Immediately link individuals who have identified employment as a goal with employment supports
Use a person-centered approach with each individual to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
Qualifications Include:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED or TASC)
Six (6) months experience in human services
A clean, valid NYS driver’s license that will meet and maintain a satisfactory driving record consistent with agency and insurance standards and have been driving for at least 3 years
An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
MHA in Ulster is proud to offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:
Paid Vacation / Sick / and Flex Days
Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
Retirement 403(b) Plan
Profit Sharing
Supplemental Benefits such as Telemedicine
And More!
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