Employment Specialist MH at Envision Unlimited

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

45000.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Empowerment, Job Placement, Mental Health Support, Employer Relations, Advocacy, Interview Preparation, Benefits Navigation, Team Collaboration, Spreadsheet Proficiency, Email Communication, Word Processing, Patience, Persistence, Client Relationship Management, IPS Model Knowledge

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description About Envision Unlimited: Founded in 1948 in Chicago, Envision Unlimited provides a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities ranging in age from infancy to 80+. We serve all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, and foster care. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, foster care and Supportive Housing. Learn more at: www.envisionunlimited.org Do you love helping people reach their goals? Want to make a real impact in someone’s life every single day? Join us at Envision Unlimited as an Employment Specialist and help adults with mental illness find and keep meaningful employment! What You’ll Do: · Empower individuals to land competitive jobs that align with their dreams. · Work closely with a mental health team to support each member’s journey. · Build strong relationships with employers and advocate for each member. · Celebrate wins—like someone’s first day on the job! What Your Days Might Look Like: · Meeting clients for coffee to prep for interviews. · Chatting with employers to find the perfect fit. · Helping clients navigate benefits like SSI or Medicaid. · Being a key part of a compassionate, supportive team. Bonus Points if You: · Know the IPS model (Individual Placement & Support). · Have experience in mental health or vocational services. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No supervisory responsibilities. OTHER EXPECTATIONS: For non-supervisory staff whose roles require community engagement, you are expected to be present in the office for in-person meetings, administrative tasks, training, and whenever directed to report to the office. Outside of these instances, the expectation is that you will be in the community providing services to clients. Why Envision Unlimited? We’re a mission-driven team that believes in possibility, potential, and purpose. Every day is different, and everyday matters. If this sounds like your kind of gig. Apply now and help us help others succeed one job at a time! Requirements You’re a Great Fit If You: · Have a bachelor’s in a human service or liberal arts field or at least 3 years of experience. · Are at least 21 with a valid driver’s license (yep, you’ll need to be insurable). · Can work a spreadsheet, write a decent email, and use Word like a pro. · Love people, are patient, persistent, and genuinely care about others. Then you will fit right in! Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals: Compensation & Benefits: · Base Salary: $45,000 per year · Paid Time Off: 11 Vacation days, 12 Holidays days, 3 sick days, 3 personal days · Illinois Paid Leave: 40 hours (accrued) · Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage · Retirement: 403(b) plan Additional Benefits: o Employee Assistance Program (EAP) o Mileage reimbursement o Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility o Cell phone reimbursement (or use of company phone) o Free clinical supervision for licensure (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC) o Reimbursement for professional licensure and renewal fees o Include boutiques of voluntary benefits.

Responsibilities

The specialist will empower individuals with mental illness to secure and maintain competitive employment that aligns with their goals by working closely with a mental health team and building strong relationships with employers. Daily activities include meeting clients for interview preparation, communicating with employers to find suitable job matches, and assisting clients with navigating benefits like SSI or Medicaid.