(#R34222) Employment Specialist / ACT / Behavioral Health

We are hiring for:

Employment Specialist / ACT / Behavioral Health

Location:

Asheville, NC

Type:

Regular

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!  

We are hiring an ACT Employment Specialist in Asheville 

We offer a $3000 sign on bonus, meaningful work and supervision on a supportive team. 

The Position: We’re looking for an ACT Employment Specialist, Qualified Professional in Mental Health 

Pay rate:  $20.00-$22.00 based on education and experience 

• Bonus: $3000 sign on bonus 
• Schedule: we are hiring for full time hourly positions Monday- Friday with participation in an on call rotation
• Location: RHA ACT Team is located in Asheville, NC. Is community based serving Buncombe and Henderson Counties.   

Position Requirements: 

Bachelor Degree (in Human Services field) & 2 or more years full-time experience with individuals living with mental illness OR 

Bachelor Degree (Not Human Services field) & 4 or more years full-time experience with individuals living with mental illness OR 

Master’s Degree or Higher & 1 or more years full-time experience OR 

License or Provisional License in a human services field  

Responsibilities: 

Assisting individuals to set and achieve goals to gain employment based on their career preferences  

Providing benefits information and support to help people maintain a high quality of life 

Facilitating relationships and serving as a link between the individual, guardians, local agencies and the community; especially as it relates to employment, benefits and independent living 

Minimizing the negative effects of psychiatric symptoms or substance use that interfere with the person’s ability to work or maintain employment, providing supportive counseling 

Helping people in the development of various skill building activities, including: daily and community living skills, socialization skills, and behavior and anger management 

Linking and partnering with employers and employment agencies to find preferred job opportunities 

Participating in a first responder on-call system available to individuals served by their team and natural support network on a 24/7/365 basis 

Why Should You Apply? 

Ability to help others and make a difference 

A great deal of on-the-job training provides the opportunity to grow clinically. 

Ability to work as a valued member of a dedicated team, supporting people to identify and achieve personal goals, experience, meaningful days, participate in the community and live more independently.  

Exposure and cross training with other specialties to support whole person care including housing, nursing, psychiatry, substance use specialists and peer supports 

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Pre-employment screening:

• Complete criminal background
• Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
• Drug testing
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required)
• Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees:

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.

Growth Horizons and Salisbury Behavioral Health are now a part of RHA Health Services.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.