Educational / Vocational Specialist, Youth Community Program

Job Type : Part-Time, 20 hours

Schedule : Mon - Fri, afternoons required

Job Level : Entry level

License / Certification : Bachelor's degree

Location : Brockton, MA

Local Travel Required : Yes

Program Name : PACT-Y

Program Type : Community based, youth in-home

Salary : $22,500

About Us

At Community Counseling of Bristol County (CCBC), we are building an amazing team of professionals who are changing the way mental health is treated in Southeastern Massachusetts. You can find us in schools, homes, the community, and our Taunton offices empowering our clients with the latest evidence-based behavioral health treatments. We are a non-profit community mental health center serving 50 communities in Massachusetts and growing! CCBC provides inpatient, outpatient, and urgent care services to adults and children overcoming depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, and many other conditions hindering personal fulfillment. If you are caring, dedicated, and ready to grow your career, we would love to hear from you!

As an employee at CCBC, you will receive unparalleled support and growth opportunities. Our staff receive weekly supervision, wellness initiatives and opportunities to advance their careers, as well as generous vacation time. CCBC also provides tuition reimbursement, internship opportunities for employees looking to further their education in the field, mileage reimbursement, a free Calm membership and health / dental / eye insurance.

Description of Position

Be a part of this innovative program that is the first of its kind in Massachusetts. CCBC and the Department of Mental Health (DMH) will work collaboratively in the PACT- Y program to meet the needs of youth and families who want a creative, flexible, dynamic team to support them in achieving their goals. The Educational / Vocational Specialist will support youth in identifying their educational goals, assist in obtaining the necessary supports and coordinate with schools. They will also develop employment goals with youth, build resumes and assist with job readiness skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of educational and vocational services
• Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to support treatment, educational and vocational goals
• Teach and assist with job-seeking efforts such as resume writing and interview skills
• Assist youth in identifying vocational and educational strengths and goals, as well as mental health symptoms that impact the ability to work and learn
• Provide training to other team members to help them integrate interventions and support vocational / educational goals
• Make appropriate referrals for testing, benefits or other areas included in the treatment plan
• Coordinate care with the family, team, providers and DMH
• Complete required documentation per program guidelines

Qualifications