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Job description
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Career Coach - Career Connections:
Provide evidence-based supported employment services by assisting individuals with mental health challenges, obtain and maintain meaningful employment. Ideal candidate will have experience in the mental health field and knowledge of community resources, business organizations and agencies relevant to individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities:
Provide supported employment and supported education service applying the 8 Principles of Individual Placement and Support
Develop a Career Plan identifying client's abilities, talents, values, skills, hobbies etc. with the client, case manager, family members and other significant individuals who support their desire to work
Conduct job development and job search activities directed toward positions that are individualized to the interests and uniqueness of the client following the principles and procedures of evidence-based supported employment
Provide individualized, time-unlimited follow-along supports to assist clients in maintaining employment
Requirements: Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle
One year of work experience in mental health field
Knowledge of community resources, business organizations and the general business community
Structure: Part time (22.5 hrs)
AFSCME Union (dues will apply)
Non-exempt
Starting at $21.79 an hour
We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience
Benefits: Accrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
Comprehensive health insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
Two Dental options
Vision Insurance
Employer 401(k) contributions
Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
Childcare Stipend
Employee Assistance Program
Employee referral program with financial payment
Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
Employee referral bonus, subject to Howard Center policy
Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.
Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.
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Worksite address
burlington, VT, 05405, US
Who can apply
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