Core & Vocational Services Supervisor
Company: Mental Health Association
Location: New Windsor
Posted on: November 1, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Title: CORE and Vocational Services
SupervisorReports to: Assistant Director of Social Programs
Location: Leprechaun - New Windsor, NYJob Objectives: Provide
support to the Vocational and CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and
Empowerment) Services programs. Supervise CORE and Vocational
Services direct support staff. Vocational and CORE Family Support
and Psychosocial Rehabilitation Services are being offered to MHA
participants as appropriate. Maximize billable services for the
Vocational and CORE Services programs. Support a caseload of
Vocational and CORE clients. Perform duties while actively
promoting an environment consistent with MHA's Cultural Equity
Policy and WELCOME Orange.Represent MHA (Mental Health Association
in Orange County) at various community functions as needed.*Direct
supervision of stated positions and oversight of stated programs
are periodically re- evaluated and may change subject to the
discretion of Executive Director.Responsibilities: The CORE and
Vocational Supervisor functions as a member of an integrated team
to assist individuals with serious mental illness eliminate
functional deficits and interpersonal/environmental barriers to
restore their functioning and integration in their family,
community, or culture. Providers deliver face to face
person-centered, recovery-oriented, solution focused interventions
in individual or group settings.Work in conjunction with the CORE
Clinician and the Assistant Director of Social Programs to ensure
Vocational and CORE Services are being offered to Social Programs
participants if appropriate.Oversee and provide vocational services
through ACCES-VR Supported Employment Contract and Extended Service
for individuals with psychiatric disabilities (i.e. job
development, job coaching, developing contacts, etc.).Oversee and
facilitate Vocational and CORE groups at Hudson House. Provide
weekly employer outreach and engagement.Supports and restores
social and interpersonal skills needed to sustain independent
community living with a focus on employment or educational goals.
Enhances social skills such as engagement, conversation and
listening skills and builds on support networks. Increases
community awareness through identification and pursuit of
interests, resources, and natural supports. Provides individual
psychoeducation and skill building to assist in developing personal
autonomy, such as learning to manage stress, symptoms, relapse
triggers, free time and pursuing leisure interests. As applicable,
teaches pre-vocational concepts such as work compliance,
attendance, task completion, problem solving, and safety;
coordinate activities that would support job attainment and
retention; provide learning and work experiences that strengthen
soft skills. Organize and maintain all CORE/Vocational program
information and volunteer files.Supports comfortable interactions
with health care professionals and establishes positive health
routines and practices. Oversees and assists in the improvement of
health wellness and personal self-care activities, inclusive of
meal planning, healthy shopping, meal preparation, grooming,
managing finances and other functions of living independently.
Monthly billing for CORE Psychosocial Rehabilitation, CORE Family
Support and Vocational services.Complete monthly data collection
information.Maintains all client records electronically through
Foothold Technology and Electronic Record Keeping.Maintain all
client files according to program policies and
procedures.Establishes and maintains linkage with appropriate
community agencies and service providers.Actively participates in
team meetings and other tasks as assigned. Other Duties:In the
spirit of teamwork, answer MHA's main office phone as
needed.Participate in MHA's committees as needed. The duties
outlined above are intended to describe the essential job
functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential
requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an
exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements
of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and
management retains the right to add or change the duties at any
time.Requirements:Qualifications: Master's degree or a currently
matriculated student pursuing a degree in social work, psychology,
human services or related field OR Bachelor's degree in social
work, psychology, human services, or related field AND a minimum of
two years' experience providing services to individuals with a
serious mental illness or substance use disorder in direct care
positions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability and willingness to travel. Experience providing employment
support, education support or vocational assistance.Experience
using Motivational Interviewing and trauma informed practices.
Experience navigating an Electronic Health Record required.
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred but not
required.Supervisory experience preferred but not required.Must be
organized, self-motivated and able to coordinate multiple tasks
simultaneously.Terms of employment/benefits:ExemptForty (40) hours
per week.Mental Health Association in Orange County, Inc. (MHA), is
a private, not-for-profit organization seeking to promote the
mental health and emotional well-being of Orange County residents.
Under the leadership of a voluntary Board of Directors, MHA's staff
members, consultants and volunteers provide free mental health and
safety net services to Orange County residents each year.Why work
for MHA in Orange County?MHA is an agency that understands that its
workforce is vital to our community and the mission of our agency.
Our many benefits include:1) Competitive compensation rates2) 1
hour paid lunch for F/T employees3) 4 Wellness Days annually for
F/T employees 4) 14 Paid Holidays which includes 1 Floating
Holiday5) 403(b) Plan with discretionary matching6) Employee
benefits include: Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending
Account-Health Saving Account / Dependent Care / Life Insurance /
Supplemental Insurance for Medical Expenses.7) Numerous
opportunities extended for staff development and career growth.8)
Diverse employment opportunities. Licensed clinicians and bilingual
staff are particularly sought. As an agency that provides 24/7
services, numerous shifts are also available.Why is working for MHA
in Orange County so rewarding?Working with our program participants
provides opportunities to give others life changing support. MHA's
staff are trained to offer compassion, inspire hope and teach the
skills needed to overcome challenges. Come join our team and make a
difference.If you are seeking a stable and meaningful career,
Mental Health Association in Orange County, Inc. is your agency!
Compensation details: 58458.4-58458.4 Yearly
SalaryPI1f92eb8e0c99-25660-35666547
Keywords: Mental Health Association, East Brunswick , Core & Vocational Services Supervisor, Other , New Windsor, New Jersey
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