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Employment Specialist (Next Chance)
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$19.24 an hour
Full-time
- The Employment Specialist serves as a member of the Workforce Team of WestCare Tennessee and will collaborate with the Project Director, Case Manager, Counselor, and Peer Support Specialist in the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Next Chance Workforce grant.
- Build relationships with local employers, the Chamber of Commerce, Vocational Rehabilitation Program, and other community resources to develop appropriate community employment positions, coordinate further vocational training or assistance with accessing available job placement opportunities.
- Advocate in the workplace on behalf of the participant to employers to improve workplace retention, job performance and vocational skills building while collaborating with Peer Support Specialist in addressing SUD/OUD treatment as needed.
- Submit weekly report to Project Director.
- Work closely with Project Director, Research Assistant, and WestCare Foundation Evaluation team regarding the collection of data and reporting of program outcomes.
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