Individual Placement and Specialist

Trinity Services Inc.
Joliet, IL
Position Overview

Under the direction and supervision of the program director/team leader, the Individual Placement and Support/Supported Education Specialist (IPS) assists participants in identifying, obtaining, and maintaining employment or educational opportunities aligned with their recovery goals. Services are community-based and focused on rapid engagement rather than prolonged assessment.

Salary: $40,000-$45,000

Shift: Monday-Friday, 3 weekdays and 2 evenings

Location: Joliet, IL

Reports To

Site Supervisor

Network Or Department

Network 9

Essential Functions

  • Assists participants in identifying, obtaining, and maintaining employment or educational opportunities
  • Willingness to be trained in the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support model
  • Coordinates with the Community Support Specialist to integrate vocational and educational goals into the treatment plan
  • Participates in weekly team meetings and ongoing consultation with the Team Leader
  • Provides individualized coaching
  • Communicates with employers or educational institutions
  • Supports participants in maintaining successful employment outcomes
  • Monitors progress toward recovery goals.
  • Maintains service records, database, and statistics.
  • Submits documentation for services in a timely fashion
  • Ensure that all documentation and communications align with Trinity Services’ mission, values, and operational needs.
  • Completes daily paperwork and data collection notes in a detailed, accurate, consistent and timely manner
  • Handle all confidential information in a professional and secure manner
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills And Abilities

  • Ability and knowledge of basic computer programs for service documentation and report writing
  • Trained in the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support model
  • Demonstrated knowledge of correct procedures for Medicaid billing
  • Strong communication skills and comfort with public speaking
  • Teaching skills, non-judgmental personality, and empathic listening skills

Physical Demands

  • Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
  • Physical activities that could be used include: pulling, pushing, standing, grasping, stooping, crouching, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field or current
  • Completion of Quality Behavior Solutions (QBS) Safety Care training, CPR, and First aid (upon hire).

Benefits

  • Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid time off
  • Sick time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Personal Time
  • Potential Year-End Bonus
  • Financial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)
  • Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks)

Classification

Non-Exempt

Disclaimer

Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

Statement

Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Posted 2026-01-30

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