Supported Employment Specialist, Individual Placement and Support; IPS

• Posted on November 6, 2026

• Novi, MI 48375, USA
• Skilled
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SUPPO
  003254

What we are looking for:

As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, CNS Healthcare's mission is to serve the people of our communities. The Supported Employment Specialist provides community-based services under the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model of evidence-based supported employment to help those who live with mental/behavioral health conditions obtain and maintain employment consistent with their specific vocational goals. They carry out all phases of employment service, including engagement, assessment, job placement, job coaching, and follow‑along supports.

Please note: This is primarily a community-based role, but it may provide some opportunities for remote work.

Compensation Range:

The starting pay for this position is $40,000 - $48,000 for unlicensed candidates, $40,800 - $52,000 for limited licensed candidates, and $42,500 - $56,000 annual salary for fully licensed candidates, and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

What’s in it for you:

As a member of our team, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community and the lives of the individuals that we serve. CNS Healthcare provides a robust total rewards program to support our team members and their loved ones. We’ve shared some highlights below, but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more!

• Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Employer-paid benefits including dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
• Generous PTO program starting at 23 days annually
• 16 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), HRSA, and more

• Work with individuals served to assist them in securing and maintaining competitive employment in accordance with their specific vocational goals.
• Ensure the compliance and successful execution of all service line requirements as outlined in the IPS fidelity standards, provider contracts, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Medical Manual.
• Engage with individuals served to assess and create employment goals that align with their specific vocational goals.
• Provide education to individuals served on the impact of obtaining employment.
• Conduct job development and job search activities directed toward positions that are individualized to the interests and uniqueness of the people on their caseload, following the principles and procedures of supported employment which include providing services primarily in the community.
• Cultivate job development in the community to build relationships with employers and identify/facilitate employment opportunities within their workforce.
• Support the individual’s vocational functioning on an ongoing basis including providing individualized follow‑along supports, utilizing background information, and work experiences with the goal of maintaining employment.
• Discuss the individual’s preference for disclosure of mental/behavioral health conditions to employers.
• Provide education and support to employers, as agreed upon by the person served, that may include job negotiation, accommodations, and follow‑along contact with the employer.
• With the individual’s permission, provide education and support to family members and supports related to mental illness.
• Provide supported education for individuals who express interest in advancing their education to support their employment goals.
• Provide outreach services to individuals when they appear to…