Individual Placement Specialist

WMCHealth

Valhalla, NYFull-time$62K/yrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation

$62K/yr

Location

Valhalla, NY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

WMCHealth is hiring an Individual Placement Specialist. The Individual Placement Specialist provides opportunities and assistance for clients to obtain and maintain employment consistent with their vocational goals, engaging community employers and spending the majority of work hours in the field.

Key focus areas include Use the IPS model to assess consumer vocational preferences and readiness, Conduct a minimum of six in‑person employer contacts per week, and Engage employers to identify opportunities and facilitate client interviews.

Important skills include Exceptional People Skills, Relationship Building, Excellent Organization, Communication, Computer Skills, and Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Bilingual Spanish.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Exceptional People SkillsRelationship BuildingExcellent OrganizationCommunicationComputer SkillsCollaborationIPS Model KnowledgeBenefits CounselingCommunity OutreachEmployer EngagementBilingual Spanish

Qualifications

Two Years Job-Related ExperienceHigh School or EquivalentAssociate Degree

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Individual Placement Specialist

Company: WMC Advanced Physician Services PC

City/State: Valhalla, NY

Category: Clerical/Administrative Support

Department: Mental Health

Union: No

Position: Full Time

Hours: M-F 8-4:00pm

Shift: Day

Req #: 49089

Posted Date: Aug 14, 2026

Hiring Range: $61,530

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External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/33785) Internal Applicant link

Job Details:

Job Summary:

The Individual Placement Specialist provides opportunities and assistance for clients to obtain and maintain employment that is consistent with their vocational goals. An IPS will engage employers in the communities in which our clients live, providing a connection for clients looking for employment. Networking with local employers and maintaining client relationships will be key, with at least 65% of services delivered in the community. The IPS will follow the IPS Principles to meet with clients to help understand what they are looking for in a prospective employer as well as help prepare them for vocation. Excepti.onal communication skills allow an Individual Placement Specialist to contact prospective employers on clients' behalf, and support and guide the jobseeker as they seek work and maintain employment.

Responsibilities:

Use the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model to identify consumers who have a

vocational goal, assess consumers' vocational preferences and readiness, support consumers in finding and maintaining employment, providing benefits counseling;

Conducts a minimum of six in-person employer contacts per week in the community. The aim of these visits to businesses is to develop relationships with managers/owners who have hiring responsibilities. Employer contacts are designed to learn about the needs of the business, describe supports offered by the program and describe job seeker strengths that are relevant to the position.
Engages with employers to identify opportunities and facilitate interviews with clients.
Working with both employers and clients to develop trusting and collaborative relationships

directed toward the goal of finding competitive employment in a community job setting.

Conducts job search activities directed toward positions that are individualized to the interests and uniqueness of the people on his/her/their caseload, following the principles and procedures of IPS supported employment. Includes visiting businesses with jobseekers to follow up on job applications and to talk to managers/business owners.
Complete foundational and ongoing training as required by the Office of Mental Health and other agencies
Spends 65% or more of scheduled work hours in the community, meeting with potential employers and identifying sources of potential employment opportunities..
Assists clients in obtaining information about their benefits (e.g., 551, Medicaid, etc.) and how they may be affected by employment.
Develops an individual employment (and/or education) plan with individuals. Incorporates input from a mental health treatment team and natural support, with permission

Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience:

Two (2) years job-related experience. Exceptional people skills and the ability to build strong relationships with individuals from any background Excellent organization, communication and computer skills. Experience working with people with severe mental illness, experience providing employment services, and knowledge of the work world are preferred. Ability to work as an effective team member is essential.

Education:

High School or equivalent required. Associates Degree preferred.

Licenses / Certifications:

Other:

Bilingual in Spanish preferred Special Requirements:

About Us:

WMC Advanced Physician Services PC

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes: