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Access, Inc.

Employment Specialist-ACT

Access, Inc., Nanuet, New York, United States, 10954

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Location : Nanuet, NY Hours : Mon-Fri Salary : $27.47

We are seeking an

ACT Employment Specialist

to join our

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team . Using the evidence-based

Individual Placement and Support (IPS)

model, this role helps adults living with serious mental illness obtain and maintain meaningful employment while supporting their overall recovery goals.

The Employment Specialist works in the

community , providing individualized vocational supports, job coaching, benefits counseling, and follow-along services, while collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary ACT team to ensure integrated care.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a caseload of 12–15 participants and provide case management

Conduct intake, assessments, treatment planning, and documentation

Develop employer relationships and conduct rapid job searches

Provide individualized job coaching and follow-along support to promote retention

Offer benefits counseling and guidance on employment impact on entitlements

Participate in team meetings, trainings, and crisis support/on-call rotation

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field required

At least 1 year of vocational rehabilitation experience preferred

Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Excellent communication, organizational, and crisis management skills

Valid NYS driver’s license required

Bilingual (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Yiddish) a plus

Join a

person-centered, recovery-focused team

helping individuals achieve their vocational and life goals in the community.

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