Benefit to Work Coach

CLASSIFICATION:  Benefit to Work Coach

PAY GRADE: $21.85 - $25.69 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:                     

Under general supervision of Mental Health Supervisor (Supported Employment), provides assistance in navigation of the complicated system of benefits as adult consumers with mental illness seek employment.  Is required to work with consumers 20 hours a week assisting consumers.  Functions as part of the mental health treatment team with shared decision making.  This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support culturally competent recovery-based practices; person centered planning as a shared decision-making process with the individual, who defines his/her life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path toward those goals; and a trauma informed culture of safety to aid consumer in the recovery process. This position is funded under a two-year (2 year) MDHHS grant, Benefits to Work Coach.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT:

Works in office environment with pressures dealing with time constraints.  Frequently drives automobile in all kind of weather conditions.  May counsel individuals who maybe become potentially violent.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:      Bachelor’s degree in Human Services preferred, with relevant experience or Associate Degree and two years’ experience in supported employment or benefits management.

Must be able to participate in Work Incentives Planning Assistance (WIPA) training 

Experience:    Two years’ experience providing vocational services required.   Experience working with persons with mental illness preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:    Valid Michigan Driver’s license with a good driving record.

Benefit to Work Certification must be completed within 90 days of hire.