Vocational Specialist - Greater Mental Health of New York

Job Title: Vocational Specialist, ACT

Program: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Reports to: ACT Team Leader

Hours per Week: 35 hours

Location: Valley Cottage, NY

Join Our Team! Join us at Greater Mental Health of New York, where our mission is to promote mental wellness through advocacy, community education, and direct services. We empower individuals and families on their unique journeys to recovery, honoring their rights to self-determination, choice, and collaboration. With evidence-based practices and a focus on trauma-responsive care, our dedicated team provides comprehensive services to thousands and fosters independence and resilience within our community. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health and creating brighter futures for individuals and families throughout the Lower Hudson Valley region, apply today!

Summary Description: This professional clinical position is part of a multi-disciplinary mobile treatment team serving Rockland County’s most seriously mentally ill individuals who have not responded to more traditional site or clinic-based services. The Vocational Specialist uses his/her expertise to deliver vocational and educational services to ACT clients.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide individual and group clinical mental health services to ACT clients.
2. Provide individualized employment and educational assessments for each ACT client.
3. Participate with the Team in formulating individualized treatment planning and goal setting.
4. Knowledge of vocational, recovery, coping, relapse prevention strategies related to mental illness in general. Ability to teach these skills to others.
5. To run vocational support groups for ACT clients.
6. Assist clients in identifying and clarifying rehabilitation and recovery goals, especially around vocational management.
7. Assist in the development of community support systems and networks.
8. Maintain timely documentation in case records of interventions through individualized assessments and progress notes and in accordance with OMH guidelines and requirements.
9. Carry a cell phone for 24/7 emergency coverage in an assigned shift.
10. Attend and complete all GMH-NY or state sponsored In-Service Training Programs related to position, program or agency goals.
11. Works closely and collaboratively with every ACT team member, and with other career and vocational providers in Rockland County.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge of models of supported employment and vocational assessment.
• Experience in job exploration and skills development.
• Ability to engage clients through the development of a therapeutic relationship.
• Ability to deal with crisis situations and adapt to new or changing conditions.
• Ability to work as part of a team and participate in a group process of goal setting and problem solving.
• Knowledge of community resources and mental health services
• Computer skills and familiarity with WORD, EXCEL and other software programs required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s license
• Must obtain and maintain Defensive Driver Certification within 30 days of hire

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Mental Health or related field with two years’ experience working with individuals having serious mental illness in a vocational rehabilitation setting.
• Or bachelor’s degree in mental health or human services field with 4 years related experience.
• Experience working with a diverse population
• Must maintain pre-employment clearances by applicable regulatory clearances as required.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Greater Mental Health Benefits:

• Salary Range: $54,600 - $60,060 based on departmental budget, qualifications, experience, education, and licenses. This range represents the agency’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Subject to business needs, including hybrid options.
• Paid Time Off: 25 days of PTO, 12 sick days, and 11 company-paid holidays per year (prorated for part-time staff).
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans for staff working 30+ hours.
• Retirement: 403B plan with discretionary employer contributions after 1 year.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for advancement, training programs, and support for certifications and continuing education.
• Additional Perks: Free EAP services and employee discounts (hotels, movie tickets, theme parks, electronics, and more!)

Employee Classification: Non-Exempt; Full-Time

Greater Mental Health of New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Greater Mental Health of New York is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department you may contact us via telephone at 914-345-5900.