Supported Employment & Education Specialist - See, Navigate Program
Part-TimeUpdated on 10/8/2026
$22/hr
Junior
Bachelor's, Master's
Delray Beach, FL, USA
In PersonRegular travel within the community to meet with clients, employers, schools, and community partners.
Social & Community ServicesCase Management & Advocacy
About the job
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Social Science from an accredited college or university.
At least one year of experience working with individuals with mental illness.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Knowledge of supported employment and education principles.
Counseling and client engagement skills.
Communication and interpersonal abilities.
Job development and community networking skills.
Assessment and treatment planning experience.
Organizational, documentation, and time management skills.
Understanding of confidentiality laws, client rights, and ethical standards.
Familiarity with the Baker Act, Marchman Act, and behavioral health services.
Ability to perform a combination of office-based work and community outreach, use a computer frequently, document services, and travel within the community to visit employers, educational institutions, and client locations.
Compliance with applicable health screening requirements, including PPD/TB screening; employees must receive the annual influenza vaccination or wear a face mask during flu season, subject to applicable accommodations.
A background check is required.
The position is in an OSHA Class III work environment.
Responsibilities
Help clients develop and achieve individualized employment and educational goals.
Conduct comprehensive vocational and educational assessments.
Assist clients with obtaining competitive employment and enrolling in educational programs.
Develop relationships with community employers and educational institutions.
Provide ongoing follow-along support to promote long-term success in employment and education.
Conduct outreach to employers and educational providers to expand opportunities for clients.
Advocate for clients seeking competitive employment and educational advancement.
Connect clients with community resources that support vocational and educational success.
Participate in collaborative treatment planning with the interdisciplinary care team.
Complete routine assessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
Attend weekly team meetings and participate in regular clinical supervision.
Complete required staff development and training activities.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
A master's degree in Social Science or a related field.
Three years of experience working with individuals with mental illness.
Experience in supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, or educational counseling.
Knowledge of community employment resources and post-secondary educational systems.
Supported Employment & Education Specialist (SEE) – Navigate Program
Position Summary South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and motivated Supported Employment & Education Specialist (SEE) to join our Navigate Program. This position helps individuals with mental illness achieve meaningful educational and employment goals by providing individualized vocational support, job development, educational guidance, and ongoing follow-along services using the Supported Employment and Education (SEE) model.
About Us South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Science from an accredited college or university
Minimum one (1) year of experience working with individuals with mental illness
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Social Science or a related field
Three (3) years of experience working with individuals with mental illness
Experience in supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, or educational counseling
Knowledge of community employment resources and post-secondary educational systems
Duties and Responsibilities Supported Employment & Education Services
Help clients develop and achieve individualized employment and educational goals
Conduct comprehensive vocational and educational assessments
Assist clients with obtaining competitive employment and enrolling in educational programs
Develop relationships with community employers and educational institutions
Provide ongoing follow-along support to promote long-term success in employment and education
Community Outreach & Job Development
Conduct outreach to employers and educational providers to expand opportunities for clients
Advocate for clients seeking competitive employment and educational advancement
Connect clients with community resources that support vocational and educational success
Treatment Planning & Documentation
Participate in collaborative treatment planning with the interdisciplinary care team
Complete routine assessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation
Attend weekly team meetings and participate in regular clinical supervision
Complete required staff development and training activities
Additional Duties
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Core Competencies
Knowledge of supported employment and education principles
Strong counseling and client engagement skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Job development and community networking skills
Assessment and treatment planning experience
Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills
Understanding of confidentiality laws, client rights, and ethical standards
Familiarity with the Baker Act, Marchman Act, and behavioral health services
Physical Demands
Combination of office-based work and community outreach
Frequent computer use, documentation, and travel within the community
Ability to visit employers, educational institutions, and client locations as needed
Working Conditions
Behavioral health and community-based service environment
Regular travel to meet with clients, employers, schools, and community partners
OSHA Class III work environment
Performance Standards Performance will be evaluated based on:
Success in helping clients achieve employment and educational goals
Timeliness and accuracy of documentation and assessments
Development of employer and educational partnerships
Client engagement and satisfaction
Compliance with agency policies and Supported Employment & Education best practices
Effective collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team
Schedule & Work Details Part-Time Position Schedule: 30 hours a week Location: In-person (Delray Beach, FL) Pay: $22 per hour
Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Employment Requirements: Employment with South County Mental Health Center requires compliance with applicable health screening requirements, including a PPD/TB screening. Employees must also receive the annual influenza vaccination or wear a face mask during flu season (October through April), subject to applicable accommodations.
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Because of the work we do in the community, a full background check is required for all staff.