PROS Employment Specialist

At Access: Supports for Living and our Access: Network partners, we help people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - and we support our staff in doing the same. Across our family of organizations, team members work in mental health, substance use, disability, employment, housing, and family services, doing meaningful work in a collaborative and respectful environment. We offer supportive leadership, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive benefits, and the chance to build a career with purpose. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that values what you bring, the Access Network is a great place to be.

Location: Millbrook, NY

Rate of Pay: $21 per hour

Hours: M-F 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (40hrs)

Travel Time 50% We offer a comprehensive benefit package; tuition assistance; generous amount of PTO. Are you passionate about helping others achieve their career goals? Join our PROS Program as an Employee Specialist ! We’re looking for a team player who’s motivated to make a difference and help clients reach meaningful employment outcomes.

PROS (Personal Recovery Oriented Services) is a Community Rehabilitation program to support individuals with a history of serious mental illness. Our goal is to assist individuals in acquiring and maintaining skills and supports to live successfully in their communities. These include: wellness self-management, benefits and financial management, leisure planning, and skill development to manage symptoms and practice life skills. This program offers intensive rehabilitation services to assist individuals in obtaining specific life roles, and to reduce the risk of relapse, hospitalization, loss of housing, or involvement with the criminal justice system. Extensive research has proven that consistent and meaningful employment has been a key factor in determining the social determinants of health.

What You’ll Do

• Support clients in job search, skill development, and career planning
• Conduct community job development and employer outreach
• Facilitate small employment-focused groups
• Collaborate with treatment teams and employers to ensure success
• Maintain accurate data and reports

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with individuals with mental illness preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• Comfortable working independently and in the community
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license and access to a reliable personal vehicle are required for this position.
• Associate’s degree in mental health, social services, or business preferred.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans