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Employment Specialist Lead

High Plains Mental Health Center
place Hays, 67601
local_atm $25 - $25 hourly
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ECT
Individuals
School
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home

About Job

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more

information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13285148

**Lead a Life-Changing Program Join us as a Supported Employment

Specialist Team Lead!**\ Position: Supported Employment Specialist (IPS) Team Lead\ Location: Hays, KS\ Pay: \$25/hour\ Schedule: MondayFriday \| 8:00 AM 5:00 PM\ Job Type: Full-Time \| In-Person

Overview:

Ready to lead a team thats changing livesone job at a time?\

We are excited to announce we are now hiring a passionate and driven Supported Employment Specialist Team Lead to join our mission! In this rewarding role, youll lead a team of dedicated specialists who help individuals facing mental health challenges find purpose, independence, and meaningful employment.

You wont just manage a teamyoull inspire one. Youll also become a

trusted community connector, building strong relationships with local employers and creating opportunities for those working to get back on their feet.

If you\'re energized by mentoring others, building bridges in the

community, and helping people reclaim their future, **this is the role for you.** Apply today!

What Youll Do:

In this role, you will:

  • Lead and Inspire: Support and coach a team of Supported
Employment Specialists as they help clients reach their employment goals.
  • Be in the Field: Join team members on visits with clients to
homes, job sites, and interviewsshowing them what strong, compassionate support looks like.
  • Build Community Connections: Cultivate relationships with
employers and community partners to create job opportunities and expand our network.
  • Keep the Program Thriving: Oversee referrals, documentation, and
team schedules while ensuring fidelity to the evidence-based IPS (Individual Placement and Support) model.
  • Collaborate for Holistic Care: Work closely with clinicians and
Case Managers to ensure employment support is aligned with each individuals recovery journey.

What You Bring:

  • Experience counts! We accept **equivalent work experience in
human services** (teaching, daycare, CNA, etc.) or a BA/BS degree. One year of related work = one year of college.
  • 2+ years of related experience is preferred.
  • Excellent people and communication skills.
  • A passion for supporting individuals with severe and persistent
mental illness.
  • A valid drivers license and insurable driving record.
  • Ability to pass required background checks.
  • Willingness to transport clients when needed.

Why Youll Love Working Here:

At High Plains Mental Health Center, were more than a workplacewere

a mission-driven team that believes in the power of recovery, dignity, and human connection.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • - Health, dental, vision, and life insurance through SEHP
  • Paid Time Off + Extended Illness Time
  • Paid holidays
  • 403(b) & KPERS retirement plans
  • Supplemental Aflac coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Sign-On Bonus (\$325)
  • And more!

Ready to Apply?

If you\'re excited to lead a passionate team and play a critical role in

helping people reclaim their independence through employment, wed love to hear from you!

Apply now or reach out with questions contact us at

*\ High Plains Mental Health Center Were Here For You.*

Professional Field

professional badgeOther Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

School

Settings

Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home