Overview: Join our team as a full-time Employment Specialist in our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in Yonkers. The Employment Specialist is part of a small multidisciplinary team that provides support and assistance to individuals (aged 4 throughout the lifespan). The compensation range is $48,000-$50,000/year. Responsibilities: As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: + Enrolling individuals into wrap around services and conducting initial engagement and assessments for new referrals. + Completing initial and ongoing assessments, per grant requirements. + Conducting Social Determinants of Health assessments. + Providing person centered educational and employment support and emotional support to help individuals reach their goals. + Participating in multidisciplinary care planning meetings & grand rounds. + Assisting the team with crisis intervention and stabilization, as needed, to support the client. + Participating in outreach and recruitment activities with the team, forging relationships with community providers to help individuals access care and vocational/educational opportunities. + Tracking data regarding new referrals and progress towards employment and educational goals. Requirements: We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications: + Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health-related field, social services, or business. + Experience delivering employment or education services. + Valid NYS Driver’s License. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. + Ability to work independently and collaboratively with Care Coordination and Clinical Team. + Strong knowledge & interest in working with individuals with behavioral health challenges. + Familiarity with community resources. + Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, not required. What WJCS has to offer you: In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including: + Generous paid time off + Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) + 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan + Ongoing Professional Development and Training + Employee Assistance Program + Disability and life insurance Why join Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS)? Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. Across every division, WJCS employees are connected by their shared values and commitment to helping those in need. We are dedicated to ensuring dignity and respect for all employees in an inclusive and safe environment that values diversity, experience, and merit. We are committed to racial justice and equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, class, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity differences—for employment, professional development, and advancement for qualified individuals. WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER