Supported Employment Lead

Title: Supported Employment Lead
Location: Totem - 1438 SE Division, Portland, OR 97202
Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday 8:30am-5pm.
Wage Range: $24-$34, non-exempt 

If you are a motivated and dedicated Supported Employment Lead looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! 

At NARA NW, you'll find a supportive and inclusive work environment where every member of our team is valued and respected. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there's a place for you to make a positive impact. 

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we provide essential services and support to Native American and Alaska Native people, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. As an organization rooted in cultural heritage and community values, we offer a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a direct positive impact in the lives of others.

We have over 400 employees in a wide range of programs and services, including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and cultural enrichment programs, there are endless opportunities to grow and thrive in your career while making a difference in the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Supported Employment Supervisor will supervise Supported Employment Specialists, ensure compliance with the IPS fidelity model, and assist clients in developing goals related to employment and vocational rehabilitation that will ensure positive outcomes for clients using the IPS fidelity model.

What you will do:

• Supervise a team of supported employment specialists by providing guidance, supervision, assisting with the hiring process, performance reviews, and completing any other supervisory tasks.
• Be the point person with OSECE. Facilitate any reviews for the supported employment fidelity model, maintain a good relationship and communicate effectively with OSECE, vocational rehab, and any other community partners.
• Maintain own caseload: ½ time spent in supervisor role; ½ time spent working directly with clients.
• Engage clients in establishing trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in community settings.
• Develop individual employment plan with client that incorporates information from the client’s employment goals. Collaborate with clinicians and other providers regarding information that may be included in this plan and will be coordinated with comprehensive plan of care.

We would like to hear from people that have:

• QMHA required.
• Prior experience as a supported employment specialist required.
• At least two years' experience providing direct services to individuals diagnosed with mental health concerns required.
• At least one year experience in a supervisor role.

What’s in it for you?

14 Paid Holidays: New Years, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, 4th of July, Labor Day, United Indigenous Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Employee’s Birthday!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Federal Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)