Job Summary
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Mental Health Association has an opening for a Vocational Specialist for the Lompoc
ACT Program, a Mental Health Services Act (MHSA)-funded, intensive Assertive
Community Treatment program designed to engage with and provide services to
transitional age youth (ages 16-25), adults, and older adults with serious and
persistent mental illness so they can succeed in the community. Lompoc ACT provides the full range of
services including engagement, assessment, individualized planning, personal
service coordination, integrated co-occurring drug and alcohol services,
medication support, counseling support, social skills development, supported
housing, integrated vocational services, supported education and access on a
24/7, 365 day basis. Lompoc ACT
promotes healing and recovery through a “whatever it takes” approach to service
delivery.
In addition to providing the full range of services
listed above, the Vocational Specialist is also responsible for providing on
and off-site job training and vocational support to clients who are seeking or
have competitive employment or a volunteer position. The Vocational Specialist
is the primary support staff who helps the clients adjust to their employment
and will inform team members of the client’s job-related needs.
Minimum Requirements
Master’s
Degree in a related field preferred. Spanish bi-lingual/bi-cultural preferred.
Awareness/ understanding of the vocational needs of psychiatrically
disabled population; and/or experience in field of job coaching/job
development/supported employment. Must
have experience working with persons with severe and persistent mental illness. Strong interpersonal skills and oral/written
communication skills; well defined organization and time management skills. Conditions of employment include: must be at
least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, minimum of 2 years
driving experience, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV
driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle
and auto insurance. At the time of hire,
other conditions of employment are to comply with a T.B. skin test or chest
x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result, and receipt of a criminal
record clearance through fingerprinting.
Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.
Compensation
Full time – 40 hours per week; Entry level $20.32 per hour, wage negotiable based on education and/or experience. Position is eligible for benefits package.
All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this website.
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