Employment Specialist- IPS

Job Description:

Job Title: Employment Specialist - IPS
Location: Weber, MO
Department: Employment Services
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about helping individuals discover meaningful employment and achieve greater independence? As an Employment Specialist - IPS, you will play a vital role in changing lives by helping individuals overcome barriers and connect with rewarding career opportunities. Join a compassionate, collaborative team where your work directly impacts the success and well-being of those you serve. This position offers the opportunity to build community partnerships, support personal growth, advocate for clients, develop creative employment solutions, and make a lasting difference every day. We are seeking someone who is relationship-focused, motivated, organized, adaptable, and committed to helping others succeed.

The Employment Specialist - IPS is responsible for providing individualized career planning, job development, placement, and retention services. This role works closely with clients, employers, referral sources, and community partners to create and sustain competitive employment opportunities. The Employment Specialist serves as an advocate, educator, and vocational resource while supporting clients through every stage of their employment journey.

The Employment Specialist - IPS position offers…

· All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more

· Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits

· Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost

· Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income

· Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training

· Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

· Opportunity to build meaningful employer partnerships throughout the community

· Ability to make a direct impact on clients' long-term employment success and independence

· Diverse and rewarding work that combines advocacy, career development, and community engagement

Key Responsibilities:

· Assist clients in identifying career goals, strengths, interests, and opportunities through individualized career planning and vocational counseling

· Develop relationships with employers to create competitive employment opportunities and support workforce recruitment needs

· Provide job placement, retention, and follow-along support to help clients achieve long-term vocational success

· Teach and reinforce job-seeking, interviewing, workplace readiness, and job retention skills

· Advocate for clients with employers, referral sources, family members, schools, and community partners

· Facilitate client orientations and educate participants on available services, rights, responsibilities, and employment options

· Coordinate and participate in treatment team and planning meetings to support individual employment goals

· Educate employers on disability inclusion, workplace accommodations, and the benefits of hiring individuals with barriers to employment

· Maintain ongoing communication with referral sources and stakeholders regarding client progress and service outcomes

· Respond appropriately to client crises and provide support within workplace settings when needed

· Travel throughout the community to provide employment services, job development, and client support

· Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and service records in accordance with program and contractual requirements

· Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent required

· Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution preferred

· Minimum of one year of experience providing employment services

· Knowledge of rehabilitation principles, case management practices, and employment support services

· Understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and other barriers to employment

· Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, internet platforms, and other technology applications

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Excellent relationship-building and customer service abilities

Additional Qualifications:

· Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current automobile insurance required

· Successful completion of criminal background, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint screening requirements

· Ability to support individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment, education, and independent living

· Ability to access and coordinate community resources to support client success

· Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight hours

· Strong organizational, problem-solving, and advocacy skills

· Must provide evidence of being free from infectious and contagious disease, including TB requirements, as applicable

Physical Requirements

· Perform sedentary work requiring exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently

· Sit for extended periods while completing documentation, communication, and computer-based work

· Occasionally walk or stand while providing services and conducting community-based activities

· Perform repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements associated with typing, writing, and computer use

· Travel frequently throughout the service area to support clients and employer partners

Brightli is on a Mission:

At Brightli, our mission is to change and save lives through compassionate care, meaningful connections, and a commitment to helping individuals achieve their fullest potential. Every day, our team members make a difference by empowering people to overcome challenges, build independence, and create brighter futures. If you are passionate about helping others succeed and want to be part of a purpose-driven organization, we encourage you to apply today and join us in transforming lives and strengthening communities.



Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness



Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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