IPS Employment Specialist
The Jewish BoardNew York, New York, United States
Posted March 24, 2026
27.47 - 27.47 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services, with a 150-year legacy, delivers comprehensive mental‑health, housing, and social‑service solutions to New Yorkers across all five boroughs. Their portfolio includes counseling, children’s mental‑health programs, family support, supportive housing, domestic‑violence assistance, adult recovery, and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as tailored Jewish community outreach. Drawing on deep expertise and a compassionate ethos, the organization serves over 45,000 people of all ages and backgrounds each year. This enduring commitment to high‑quality, innovative care positions The Jewish Board as a trusted pillar in the city’s social‑service ecosystem.
Job Description
The IPS Employment Specialist supports clients enrolled in the Adult ACT programs to secure supported employment opportunities within their chosen communities, implementing the evidence-based practice of Individual Placement and Support (IPS).
Requirements
- Responsible for program development and quality improvement efforts.
- Communicate and educate participants, families, colleagues, and community partners about supported employment principles and procedures.
- Conduct vocational assessments and identify participant interests, strengths, and challenges.
- Assist participants in job development, job match, networking, and job search activities.
- Provide individualized follow-along services to assist participants in sustaining employment.
- Collaborate with the ACT service delivery team to integrate vocational services into recovery and rehabilitation services.
- Complete necessary paperwork and track supported employment outcomes.
- Participate in daily team meetings and supervision.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401k matching
- Tuition reimbursement
