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Claratel Behavioral Health

Employment Specialist

Claratel Behavioral Health, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization located in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia, offering a full range of mental health services, developmental disabilities programs and substance abuse treatment to more than 11,000 citizens annually who are uninsured and underinsured. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates more than 20 locations in DeKalb County with a diverse workforce of more than 500 direct-care and support staff. Our staff of physicians, nurses, clinicians and support personnel is dedicated to helping our clients and their families recover from these debilitating disabilities and resume productive lives. We strive to provide the highest quality, evidence-based services in the least restrictive settings, and we envision a community in which disabilities no longer limit potential. Empower individuals. Transform communities. Champion recovery through employment.

Are you passionate about helping people with mental health challenges reach their full potential through meaningful employment? Join our team as a Supported Employment Specialist (ES) and be part of a transformative, evidence-based program that changes lives through competitive job placement and support.

What You’ll Do As a Supported Employment Specialist, you’ll work one-on-one with individuals navigating mental health challenges to:

Build trusting relationships focused on achieving competitive employment

Develop personalized career assessments and employment plans

Assist with resume writing, interview prep, and job development

Conduct in-person employer outreach (minimum of 6 contacts weekly)

Place at least 10 individuals into jobs annually (after your first year)

Offer on-the-job support and follow-up to ensure long-term success

Collaborate with mental health treatment teams and Vocational Rehabilitation

Provide education and guidance to individuals and their families

Help clients navigate disclosure of mental health status and benefits planning

Spend 65% of your time out in the community, meeting employers and clients

Deliver services using the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model

Minimum Requirements

Undergraduate degree or equivalent education/experience

Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Proficiency in computer use and electronic health records (EHR)

Must have a valid Georgia driver’s license and reliable transportation

Must complete agency-sponsored defensive driving and required trainings

Ability to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds

Strong team player with a commitment to recovery-oriented, client-centered care

Work Environment

Based in both clinic and community settings

Services provided in-person, by phone, and via telehealth

Occasional evening or weekend hours based on client and program needs

Active, hands-on role — you’ll be out in the field making real connections

Why Join Us?

Be part of a proven, impactful program that supports people in achieving self-sufficiency

Collaborate in a supportive, mission-driven team environment

Gain professional development and training in IPS and supported employment

Make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and the health of your community

Ready to help people discover purpose through employment? Apply today and bring your passion, creativity, and empathy to a team where every job placed is a life changed.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the high number of applications we receive, we’ll be reaching out directly to those selected for an interview. We truly appreciate your understanding and wish you the very best in your job search journey.

Claratel is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E-Verify (Company ID: 226305).

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