JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICE INC·Phoenix, Arizona
The Rehabilitation Specialist provides vocational and psychosocial rehabilitation services to adults with serious mental illness to help them achieve employment and educational goals. Responsibilities include managing a flexible caseload, conducting assessments, and collaborating with clinical managers and case managers.
The Rehabilitation Specialist is responsible for providing rehabilitation services to members receiving Adult SMI services, including a focus on gaining competitive employment, engaging in psychosocial rehabilitation activities, and/or achieving educational goals. This position is responsible for developing and sustaining a culture of employment or active engagement as an integral part of recovery.
Manages a flexible caseload, including a mix of employment-related rehabilitation and psychosocial rehabilitation. The caseload size is determined based on a dynamic review of both the clinical needs and resources available.
Provides and tracks detailed information on all employment-related engagement and caseload.
Utilizes psychiatric rehabilitation best practices, including evidence-based employment practices, to assess participants' needs and emphasize a philosophy that assists individuals in reaching their desired outcome.
Educates and assists participants in identifying the resources needed to obtain and maintain employment, including groups and workshops.
Provides limited coaching until services for job coaching can be obtained by an employment provider agency.
Utilizes available tools to screen and assess participants for employment and psychosocial rehabilitation opportunities, e.g. Meaningful Community Activity Worksheet (MCAW), readiness assessment, vocational profile, etc.
Collaborates with the Clinical Manager in identifying participants for the employment and psychosocial caseloads.
Guides, educates, and trains Case Manager team members on how to make referrals and coordinate services for routine psychosocial rehabilitation activities.
Mentors new Rehabilitation Specialist staff, as needed.
Will inquire about the client’s health & wellness needs and assist in coordinating those primary care or other supportive services with appropriate JFCS staff or external parties.
Incentive program for potential additional income on top of base salary.
Bilingual (Spanish-English) Salary Differential.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Generous paid time-off / sick time allocations
Comprehensive Employee Benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, & more.
Wellness Coaching
Employee Assistance Program
Eligibility for Loan Forgiveness Programs in many positions.
A bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field is preferred, along with two years of experience in behavioral health or rehabilitation services. Candidates must possess a valid Arizona Driver's License and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Arizona often look for candidates who can connect directly with clients through lived experience and strong community-based support skills. These roles can be competitive because they may require a high school diploma, a preferred bachelor’s degree, and quick completion of Peer Support Certification, along with a valid Arizona driver’s license and fingerprint clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification timeline and clearance readiness before applying.
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