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Job Title:
Vocational Specialist
Division/Program:
Indio: Oasis Vocational Center
Starting Compensation:
18.00 - 20.50 USD Per Hour
Working Location:
Indio, CA
Working Hours/Shift:
Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM (30 hours per week)
Why Join Our Team?
Competitive Compensation Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
Generous Time Off Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
Professional Growth Opportunities
On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
Career development programs designed to help you grow.
Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Employee Recognition & Rewards A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
What you bring to SBHG:
Associate of Arts degree in vocational counseling, child counseling, development or psychology; social services or related social science or behavioral science field, or High School Diploma (with experience) or BA.
At least two (2) years of experience working in a mental health setting or related field. Experience in vocational rehabilitation, employment placement, job coaching, job placement and/or job counseling may be substituted.
Valid CA Driver's license and proof of automobile insurance
Current CPR certification
First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
How you will make a difference:
The Vocational Service Specialist serves as part of a multidisciplinary team and offers assessment, education, and support to clients about competitive work opportunities, assists in direct job placement, and provides long-term job coaching. He or she advocates for clients as necessary, including communicating with employers and coordinating care with other service providers to improve client job retention. Incumbent also conducts liaison in the community, collaborating with potential employers, linking with other employment service providers in the region to further an integrated system of care, and serves on committees and interagency teams to promote employment opportunities for individuals with mental illness, with most of the services being provided in the community.
Division/Program Overview:
Oasis Vocational Center provides vocational rehabilitation services to prepare and keep people employed.
Working in conjunction with mental health service providers and the Department of Rehabilitation to assist clients in reaching their employment and career goals through:
Job coaching and training opportunities
Job development with employers
Identifying job opportunities and job placement based on client interest
Provide ongoing Job Support
Learn more about SBHG at https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
mlawrence@starsinc.com
Stars Behavioral Health Group (SBHG) provides high-quality mental health and social services across California, achieving proven, impactful results. SBHG is dedicated to helping individuals overcome significant challenges and grow through change.
What Stars Behavioral Health Group Offers:
A large, stable company founded in 1988.
Recognized by the LA Business Journal as a “Best Place to Work” in Los Angeles and awarded “Top Workplaces” in the Bay Area by the Mercury News (multiple times).
An opportunity to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of children, adults, and families.
Access to some of the best training available in the industry.
Flexible schedules and a comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities in residential, in-patient, and community-based outpatient roles.
