Supported Education Specialist (Medford)

How to Apply:

Please visit our website at www.optionsonline.org

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EOE

Attention all Candidates: Please upload your resume, cover letter and any applicable transcripts.

Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.

Benefits include: family medical, long term disability, 403 (b) plan with 6% match - and more.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm

Overview

The Supported Education Specialist assists people with a mental health diagnosis to begin or return to school for post-secondary education. Provides guidance for these students and prospective students to develop an educational plan or a career path. Assists students with setting their educational goals, navigating the college system, and continues to support them through the educational process in order to achieve success.

Responsibilities

Establish education goals with Supported Education participants; develop implementation plans including support and accommodation requirements, and complete an educational assessment for each student.

Assist students with registration, financial aid, and other educational institution requirements as needed.

Assess students’ strengths, learning and resource needs to meet education goals. Monitor progress of students and modify plans as needed.

Advocate and negotiate for students in both education and mental health settings. Act as a liaison between college staff and community partners.

Work collaboratively within the post-secondary education system.

Provide educational presentations to community partners and college staff.

Participate in weekly treatment team meetings. Attend RCC/SOU Counseling Department meetings if required and required trainings/workshops.

Qualified Master's level candidates may prepare mental health assessments and treatment plans for assigned clients.

Manages time effectively. Works independently and flexibly, under general supervision. Submits timely documentation of services provided using Electronic Health Records and other data tracking processes.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a sense of how the business community works, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be sincerely motivating to helping others attain meaningful, competitive work.

Master's degree in psychology or a related field a plus. Bachelor's (BA/BS) degree in a human services field OR education and experience that provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the job will be considered. Knowledge of the post-secondary education system a plus.

Must be a QMHA on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.

-OR-

Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO.

Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to transport clients. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.