Employment Specialist
Description
Who We Are
At Copa Health, we are committed to People First, fostering a culture of compassion, innovation, and impact. We support individuals and families across Arizona through high-quality behavioral health and integrated care services while also investing in the growth and well-being of our team.
Why Join Copa Health?
At Copa Health, we prioritize the growth, well-being, and satisfaction of our team members. When you join our team, you’ll receive:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Personalized Health Coverage – Receive a monthly, tax-free contribution to select the medical plan that works best for you, with guidance and support through our ICHRA program
- Dental and Vision Coverage to complement your health plan
- Generous PTO – up to 3 weeks in your first year, plus an additional wellness day to recharge
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Wellness Program, including access to mental health resources
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 to invest in your growth and career advancement
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to fit your needs
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for your future
- Employee Assistance Program with free coaching and therapy sessions
- Additional benefits including life insurance, disability coverage, pet insurance, and more
Starting Pay: $19-$20 DOE
Who We're looking for
We are seeking an employment specialist will ensure the provision of quality services in the Employment Related Services department. Provide Supported Employment services to members in the Work Adjustment Training program with a diagnosed Mental Health challenge (GMH or SMI) seeking to prepare for, obtain and/or maintain employment in the community. Adhere to the philosophy of normalization and community integration as appropriate. Attend meetings on assigned caseload; communicate any concerns and or accomplishments, presenting information in a professional manner.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the maintenance of departmental operations to achieve compliance with contract requirements, accreditation, licensing and monitoring standards, agency procedures, Federal/State/Local regulations and all other licensing/regulatory agencies as directed. Adhere to current training requirements and applicable accreditation and licensing/regulatory standards and compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Health Information Technology for Economic Clinical Health (HITECH ) requirements.
- Coordinate information and contribute to the successful resolution of challenges. Communicate with integrity and honesty, clearly and concisely, and in a respectful manner to all team members. Ensure the confidentiality of written, verbal and electronic communications pertaining to members, staff, families of consumers and agency operations.
- Demonstrate and maintain professional, respectful, productive working relationships with all agency departments, staff, board members, funding sources, individuals receiving services, families utilizing or enquiring about services, funding sources and the community.
- Engage members and establish trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in community job settings. Jobs that are “not” designated for people with disabilities.
- Encourage and assist members with completing a Career Interest Profile via O*Net to evaluate areas of interest.
- Complete a Vocational Profile to obtain member’s past work history and current employment goals.
- Complete a First Employer Contact with member within 30 days of Vocational Profile.
Qualifications
Requires any combination of training, education, and experience listed below:- Requires a high school diploma or GED.
- Must have one-year experience in behavioral health, rehabilitation, or employment services.
- Satisfactory work record as determined by the People First/Human Resources Department.
- Successful completion of Copa’s training program.
- Must have a fingerprint clearance card issued by the AZ Department of Public Safety or be eligible to receive one within eight (8) weeks of hire (If a Good Cause Exception is required, this must be taken care of BEFORE hire date.)
- Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.
- TB Test clearance required at the time of hire and annually.
- Must be an authorized driver, which includes a valid AZ Driver’s License, state minimum insurance coverage and the ability to meet and maintain Copa Health’s acceptable driving requirements.
Copa Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Pre-Employment Criminal Background and Drug Testing Required. EOE.