PACT Employment Specialist in Helena, Montana at Center For Mental Health

Full-Time | Non-Exempt | Helena

Job Duties:

• Directs and monitors PACT employment placement program for PACT clients.
• Contacts and informs prospective employers about the program.
• Monitors program placement policies and procedures for compliance with federal and state guidelines.
• Performs prevocational assessments of clients for jobs.
• Works with supervisor with time study and other employment contracts.
• Assigns clients to job coach for coaching and support.
• Teaches job seeking skill classes.
• Coordinators client vocational meetings.
• Serves as liaison on program matters with vocational rehab and other agencies.
• Transports clients; must have a person vehicle, valid vehicle insurance, and a valid MT driver's license.
• Assists clients with getting appropriate clothing, resumes, etc. for job placement.
• Will receive Individual Placement and Support (IPS) training.
• Performs medication delivery, works rotating weekday and weekends, and must pass medication test.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma and four years of advanced education or equivalent on-the-job experience in work-related services OR
• Associate degree with two years of advanced education or equivalent on-the-job experience in work-related services OR
• Bachelor's degree with on-the-job experience in work-related services.
• Considerable knowledge of the practices and procedures of employment placement; methods of interviewing, federal and state rules, regulations and guidelines affecting the specific personnel placement activity; current social and labor market conditions.
• Ability to coordinate and monitor supported employment program goals; to accurately assess client needs; to evaluate and provide training for clients; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employers, other agencies, and the public.
• Must have the ability to train other personnel in training program techniques.

Wage: $21.84/hour + DOE

Benefits:

• 401K Matching Contributions
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Birthday
• Pet Insurance

All Positions at Many Rivers Whole Health must pass Background Checks and Motor Vehicle Record Checks.

About Us:

Since 1976, we have been dedicated to 13 counties in Montana and seek to serve a variety of both individuals and groups in all settings. We define resilience as the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress — such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems, or workplace, school place and financial stressors — alongside those of chronic, severe disabling behavioral health conditions. with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.

We are committed to recruiting qualified employees, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of clients living in our 13 counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for clients and employer of choice for employees and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity, safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, and great work environment.

About Helena:

Helena – Helena is the capital of Montana, and a great base for adventure. There are 75 miles of trails that start in Helena for biking and hiking. Two stunning National Parks are close enough for a day trip. Closer to home, Helena is a fisherman’s dream come true as you’re based near the Missouri, Blackfoot, and Clark Fork Rivers as well as many smaller streams and tributaries. Helena offers something for those more inclined to city pleasures, too. The city features a wealth of museums, theatre, live music, food, shopping, and more. Kids of all ages can enjoy the city’s many parks, water park, skate park, indoor rock climbing, ice rink, and so much more.

Our Mission: Many Rivers Whole Health partners with people and communities to serve the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – by providing expertise in wellness, mental health, and substance use disorders, addressing prevention and treatment with a recovery-based approach.

Our Vision: To be a community based, highly respected organization known for excellence in mental health and addiction recovery services, offering compassionate, client-focused, professional support.

Our Values: Ambassador of Many Rivers, Own it, Individuals Matter, Create Joy, Embrace Change, Show Up. Step In.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Many Rivers Whole Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.