IPS Supported Employment Supervisor
Organizational Overview:
For more than 74 years, River Edge Behavioral Health (REBH) has provided substance use services to meet the needs of the residents and communities of the City of Macon, Bibb, and surrounding counties. REBH's mission is to deliver services and support that promote recovery, resilience, and inclusion with dedication and pride. REBH plays an integral role in supporting and convening within the community to prevention, education, treatment, and support recovery from substance use disorders. At REBH, we envision being a welcoming place for everyone in the community to build meaningful peer connections, strengthen healthy coping skills, and find joy in a substance-free environment.
Since its inception, REBH has been an indispensable community service organization focusing on mental health and substance use disorders. REBH has a broad conception of the scope of activities necessary to address these issues – including recovery, treatment, public education, and prevention programs. REBH is committed to ensuring the communities of the City of Macon, Bibb, and the surrounding counties have the resources necessary to be healthy and resilient.
We offer:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Medical Telehealth consultation insurance
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays
Retirement program (457k) with match
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Life
Overall Function:
The
Supportive Employment Supervisor
provides oversight to the IPS supported employment program. Ensures good program outcomes by providing training, supervision, and by working side-by-side with employment specialists (field mentoring). Attempts to meet most people who receive IPS services. Monitors outcomes and implements quality improvement plans. Acts as a liaison to other departments and agencies. Supervises up to ten employment specialists.
FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Duties & Responsibilities:
Trains, and evaluates employment specialists. Develops expectations for specialists regarding employer contact, number of jobs starts each quarter, and employment rate (percentage of people employed on each caseload).
Assigns each employment specialist to one or two mental health teams. Attends each mental health treatment team monthly to enhance integrated services.
Conducts weekly group supervision following the principles of IPS supported employment.
Provides individual supervision for employment specialists. Supervision includes some office-based sessions, as well as working side-by-side with specialists. Provides frequent (weekly or every other week) field mentoring for specialists who are new to their jobs, and those with outcomes that are less than desired.
Collects client outcomes monthly. Shares outcomes for the program with the IPS supported employment team each quarter. Helps team members set goals for improvement. Reviews individual outcomes with each employment specialist and develops written plans for improvement. Helps employment specialists refine their skills so they can improve outcomes.
Provides coverage for employment specialists as needed (may include meeting with individuals in office and community setting).
Acts as a liaison to other department coordinators and administrators at the agency. Communicates regularly with mental health supervisors to ensure that services are integrated, to resolve issues, and to act as a proponent for employment.
Works with the office of Vocational Rehabilitation to coordinate services. Requests monthly meetings between Vocational Rehabilitation counselors and IPS team members to discuss how to help people served by both agencies.
Arranges for IPS supported employment fidelity reviews. Assists with the development of fidelity action plans based on recommendations from the fidelity report.
Leads or participates in Supported Employment steering committee meetings to help with IPS supported employment implementation and sustainability.
Reports to:
Revenue Cycle Manager
Qualifications:
Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or related field is preferred.
Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work or related field from an accredited college or university is required.
Previous experience in the mental health field is desired.
Previous supervisory experience is valued.
This is a full-time position with some extended hours and weekend services.
Competencies:
Leadership : Ability to lead and manage a team effectively, providing direction, motivation, and support.
Customer Service Orientation : Commitment to providing excellent customer service to internal stakeholders, understanding their needs, and delivering solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
Communication Skills : Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and regulatory agencies.
Problem-solving Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex issues and find innovative solutions.
Continuous Improvement : Dedication to ongoing learning and improvement, staying updated on industry best practices, and emerging trends.
To apply, please complete the application online and include a resume and cover letter stating why you are interested in the Supportive Employment Supervisor position and how your qualifications and experience make you the right choice to join REBH. If you are unable to attach these documents, email them as a single file to ******** .
River Edge Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the River Edge community to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone can feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.
Decisions related to hiring, compensation, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every team member and candidate feel welcome.
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