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Job Title:
Employment Specialist (Adult FSP)
Division/Program:
Adult FSP (Outpatient/Community Based)
Starting Compensation:
24.00 - 32.00 USD Per Hour
Working Location:
Fresno, CA
Working Hours/Shift:
Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- Professional Growth Opportunities:
- On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
What you bring to SBHG:
- Associate degree in a social service field plus two (2) years of experience working in a mental/behavioral health field required (Internship may be substituted for a portion of the work experience) OR
- Bachelor’s degree in a social science field plus six (6) months of experience preferred. (Internship may be substituted for a portion of the work experience)
- Valid California Driver’s License required.
How you will make a difference:
- Provide one-on-one vocational services including resume development, job search assistance, interview preparation, and workplace skills training.
- Conduct employment assessments to identify client strengths, preferences, and employment goals.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local employers and community organizations to identify job opportunities and advocate for clients.
- Assist clients in navigating job applications, onboarding processes, and workplace accommodations when needed.
- Provide on-the-job coaching and follow-up support to help clients succeed and retain employment.
- Collaborate with clinical staff, case managers, and other service providers to integrate vocational goals into treatment planning.
- Document client progress and outcomes following agency and funding requirements.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, trainings, and quality improvement efforts. Incorporates the Transition to Independence Process (TIP) into services.
- Documents all services provided clearly and concisely within the Electronic Health Record within the timelines and framework established by Central Star.
Division/Program Overview:
- Outpatient community-based program
- Serves clients (ages 18 plus)
- Housing, Education, and Vocational Support
- Individual and family Counseling
- Medication management and support services
Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
[email protected]In accordance with California law, the grade for this position is 20.20 - 30.30. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law.