Job Details

Description

Turning Point Community Programs is seeking an Employment Liaison for ourProvidence Center in Nevada County. Turning Point Community Programs (TPCP) provides integrated, cost-effective mental health services, employment and housing for adults, children and their families that promote recovery, independence and self-sufficiency. We are committed to innovative and high quality services that assist adults and children with psychiatric, emotional and/or developmental disabilities in achieving their goals. Turning Point Community Programs (TPCP) has offered a path to mental health and recovery since 1976. We help people in our community every single day - creating a better space for all types of people in need. Join our mission of offering hope, respect and support to our clients on their journey to mental health and wellness.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the administrative supervision of the Team Leader or Program Director, this position is responsible for providing psychosocial, rehabilitation and recovery-oriented services for adults. This position specifically is responsible for supporting participants and binding, obtaining and maintaining employment. In the absence of the Team Leader, provides guidance and direction for clients as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an at-will direct service position within a program. This position is responsible for assisting and advocating for our clients in meeting their expressed goals while living in the community. Additional support in areas of medication management, housing, counseling and advocacy will be provided as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that could be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Engages members and establishes trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in community job settings with other workers who do not necessarily have disabilities.
• Assists members in obtaining information about their benefits (e.g., SSI, Medicaid, etc.) Refers members to benefits counseling, as needed. Helps members report earnings, as needed.
• Assesses member's vocational functioning on ongoing basis utilizing background information and work experiences. With the member's permission, provides education and support to family members. Discusses member's preference for disclosure of psychiatric status to employers.
• Conducts a minimum of six employer contacts per week to learn business needs and be able to describe member's strengths relevant to the position.
• Provides individualized follow-along supports to assist members in maintaining employment. Writes job support plans with members, incorporating input from the mental health team. Adjusts plan according to member needs and preferences.
• Provides education and support to employers as agreed upon by members, which may include job development and job search activities, negotiating job accommodations and follow-along contact by the employment specialist with the employer.
• Participates in weekly meetings with the treatment team and communicates individually with team members between meetings in order to coordinate and integrate vocational services into mental health treatment.
• Attends County Employment Collaborative meetings and brings information gathered back to the team.
• Provides prompt intervention in the event of a crisis by notifying leadership and engaging first responders where indicated.
• Completes necessary paperwork to maintain record keeping for all necessary tracking of services provided to members and guests, and other program outcome information.
• Provides effective and accurate information in briefing peers and colleagues.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Compensation: $24.00 - $25.47 per hour

Interested? Join us at our open interviews on Wednesdays from 2-4PM,

located at 10850 Gold Center Drive, Suite 325, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

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Position Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Education, Training and Experience:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is through graduation from a four (4) year college or university with Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field and four years varied experience as a provider of mental health services or Associate Arts Degree and six years of full time/equivalent (FTE) direct care experience in a behavioral health setting. At least two of the six years must be post AA experience.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

• California driver's license & current vehicle insurance/registration
• Reliable means of transportation capable of passing vehicle safety inspection if more than five years old excluding all modes of two-wheeled transport inclusive of bicycles, mopeds and motorcycles.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Shift
Days

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Open Date
9/19/2023

Location
Providence Center

EOE Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

adjustedSeniorityDate
None Specified

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