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Benefits include:
- Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
- Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.
- Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM
Overview
The Supported Employment Coordinator provides employment-related services to clients with a mental health diagnosis and possibly substance abuse issues. These services are recovery-oriented and community based. The goal is to help clients find and maintain competitive employment in the community.
Responsibilities
The employment coordinator will carry out all phases of job development including career planning, resume writing, job search, interviewing skills, benefits planning, and ongoing support. The position requires the ability to work collaboratively with community partners and interface with employers.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a sense of how the business community works, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be sincerely motivating to helping others attain meaningful, competitive work.
Bachelor’s (BA/BS) degree in a human services field OR three years of experience providing services in a similar setting with individuals who have emotional and/or mental and/or developmental disabilities, OR a combination of education and experience that provides the desired skills, knowledge, and abilities required to perform the job.
Must be a QMHA on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.
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Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO.
Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.
Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.
Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to transport clients. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.
Options for Southern Oregon is subject to the State of Oregon vaccine mandate for healthcare workers. New hires must submit vaccination documentation showing they are fully vaccinated, or be approved for an exception/accommodation, by their hire date.
Options for Southern Oregon 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.