Employment Specialist

About Claratel Behavioral HealthClaratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization offering a full range of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services to underserved individuals. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates in more than 20 locations in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct-care and support staff.If you are passionate about driving change in behavioral health and developmental services and are eager to work in an environment that values innovation and inclusivity, Claratel Behavioral Health is the place for you. Here, your work is impactful, your growth is prioritized, and your well-being is supported. Together, we can forge pathways to a healthier future for all.Empower individuals. Transform communities. Champion recovery through employment.Are you passionate about helping people with mental health challenges reach their full potential through meaningful employment? Join our team as a Supported Employment Specialist (ES) and be part of a transformative, evidence-based program that changes lives through competitive job placement and support.What You’ll DoAs a Supported Employment Specialist, you’ll work one-on-one with individuals navigating mental health challenges to:Build trusting relationships focused on achieving competitive employmentDevelop personalized career assessments and employment plansAssist with resume writing, interview prep, and job developmentConduct in-person employer outreach (minimum of 6 contacts weekly)Place at least 10 individuals into jobs annually (after your first year)Offer on-the-job support and follow-up to ensure long-term successCollaborate with mental health treatment teams and Vocational RehabilitationProvide education and guidance to individuals and their familiesHelp clients navigate disclosure of mental health status and benefits planningSpend 65% of your time out in the community, meeting employers and clientsDeliver services using the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) modelMinimum RequirementsUndergraduate degree or equivalent education/experienceExperience working with individuals with serious mental illnessStrong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skillsProficiency in computer use and electronic health records (EHR)Must have a valid Georgia driver’s license and reliable transportationMust complete agency-sponsored defensive driving and required trainingsAbility to engage with individuals from diverse backgroundsStrong team player with a commitment to recovery-oriented, client-centered careWork EnvironmentBased in both clinic and community settingsServices provided in-person, by phone, and via telehealthOccasional evening or weekend hours based on client and program needsActive, hands-on role — you’ll be out in the field making real connectionsWhy Join Us?Be part of a proven, impactful program that supports people in achieving self-sufficiencyCollaborate in a supportive, mission-driven team environmentGain professional development and training in IPS and supported employmentMake a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and the health of your communityReady to help people discover purpose through employment?Apply today and bring your passion, creativity, and empathy to a team where every job placed is a life changed.Pre-employment drug screening and successful completion of a criminal history background check is required.Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E-Verify (Company ID: 226305)Claratel Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who may require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law to perform the essential functions of this job are encouraged to contact Human Resources at hrhelp@claratel.org.