Job Description
Description Employment Specialist - Helping Individuals in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Recovery Thrive
Bilingual Spanish/English speaking candidates encouraged! Location: Greater Norwalk/Stamford Area
Hours: M-F 8A-4P/8:30A-4:30P Flex (Full Time)
Salary: $45,000 / year
Ability Beyond is expanding our
Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Programs! We are thrilled to welcome several new Employment Specialists to our team!
If you have a passion for supporting mental wellness, promoting recovery, and helping others find purpose through meaningful work, this is an opportunity to make a true difference! This role is perfect for recent college graduates, those studying psychology or human services, career changers, and individuals with a background in mental health or substance use services.
Responsibilities: - Empowering Through Employment: Support individuals in building work readiness, job skills, and self-esteem through person-centered on-the-job coaching and individualized placement.
- Career and Recovery Support: Provide guidance in goal setting, resume building, interview preparation, and developing soft skills that promote emotional well-being and workplace success.
- Job Development: Partner with employers and community organizations to create inclusive, recovery-friendly employment opportunities.
- Ongoing Support and Advocacy: Offer consistent follow-up, encouragement, and advocacy to help individuals maintain employment and stability.
- Networking and Job Development: Identify job opportunities, develop soft skills, and network with different departments or companies.
- Documentation and Follow-Up: Complete required documentation accurately and conduct follow-up visits to ensure success.
Why You Will Love This Role: - Be Part of Something New: Join our team during an exciting expansion of our mental health and substance use recovery services.
- Make a Real Impact: Use your psychology or human services background to support recovery, independence, and self-worth.
- Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience and certifications in evidence-based employment and recovery practices.
- Rewarding, People-Centered Work: Experience the satisfaction of helping individuals achieve their employment goals and improve their lives.
Benefits: - Extensive paid training and certification program
- Generous benefits package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
- Paid time off (increases over years of service)
- Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
- PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources
- Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives
Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in psychology, human services, or a related field OR relevant experience.
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
- Lived experience in substance use recovery or mental health recovery is preferred but not required.
- Strong communication, advocacy, and networking skills.
If you're ready to be part of a growing team that believes in the power of recovery, inclusion, and meaningful work, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today to become an Employment Specialist and start making a difference in the lives of those we serve! To see the day in the life of an Employment Specialist at Ability Beyond, click the link here: Career Development - Life of An Employment Specialist (youtube.com)
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours,