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Vocational Specialist (S0057)

Axis Health System·Durango, Colorado

$21 - $22/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The Vocational Specialist assists patients in establishing meaningful work activities and identifying employment matches. They collaborate with treatment teams to help patients meet goals and maintain competitive employment.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Durango,
  • CO 81303Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level: 4
  • Year
  • DegreeSalary
  • Range: $20.50 - $21.58
  • HourlyTravel
  • Percentage: Up to 50%
  • Job
  • Shift:
  • DayJob
  • Category: Health CareVocational Specialist – Full Time – Durango Integrated Healthcare - Durango, CO

Position Summary

The role of the Vocational Specialist is to assist patients at Axis Health System to establish meaningful work activities. The Vocational Specialist works with both individuals and employers to identify employment matches. The Vocational Specialist collaborates with members of the treatment team to assist patients in meeting their treatment goals and obtain and maintain competitive employment.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate for our Vocational Specialist position will have a bachelor’s degree and previous experience in a behavioral health or educational setting. Two years’ experience with education/career advising or career counseling and/or Individualized Placement and Support Certification are preferred.

Salary

  • Starting pay is $20.50 - $21.58, per hour (which includes a $2.50 locale differential at our Durango worksites) and considers preferred experience and preferred education described above.
  • Full-Time
  • Benefits: Medical (HDHP or PPO) Health Savings Account Dental Flexible Spending Account Vision Dependent Care Account Life Insurance Short Term Disability Pet Insurance Long Term Disability 401k offering up to 4% match College Invest plans Annual Wellness Benefits Professional development benefits (3) weeks of All Paid Leave (APL) for first 2 years with full-time employment. Personal
  • Days (9)
  • Company
  • Paid
  • Holidays
  • Loan
  • Repayment
  • Programs
  • Physical demands: Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. Must have ability to sit for longer periods at a computer. Employee must be able to travel between AXIS HEALTH SYSTEM locations. Possible potential exposure to communicable disease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. AXIS HEALTH SYSTEM may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Required
  • Skills: Knowledge and ability to operate standard office equipment including scanner, computer, calculator, copy machine, fax and multi-line telephone. Working knowledge of Windows based computer applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and ability to access the internet. Ability to be helpful and sensitive to the needs of all employees, while concurrently respecting corporate policies, procedures and priorities. Interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external customers. Ability to communicate job-related information to individuals and small groups. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; plan own work schedule effectively and multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced setting. Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize workload in a sometimes-hectic environment with frequent interruptions. Ability to concentrate in sometimes hectic and stressful settings. Ability to read and understand written materials. Must regard work as confidential. Must have current driver’s license, qualify for commercial vehicle insurance and maintain a driving record that allows insurability with Axis Health System’ insurance agency. Local travel required. Ability to take on additional duties when necessary.
  • Additional eligibility requirements: Annual Flu immunization, Annual TB screening, de-escalation training within 90 days of hire, BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
  • About our
  • Axis
  • Health
  • System: We are the leading provider of integrated (primary, dental, and behavioral health) care on the Western Slope of Colorado. As a therapist in our clinic, you’ll have access to a wide range of resources for your patients. We have recovery groups, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), specialized mental health outpatient programs, primary care, diabetes education, crisis services, resource navigators, insurance enrollment specialists, tele-video systems to access our locations across the region and more. We work to make sure you have what you need at your fingertips to be successful in your position and support your patient in their road to recovery.
  • Commitment to
  • Pay
  • Standards: We are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification/licensure (rather than wage history). Please visit our website at http://www.axishealthsystem.org , to apply for this position and for more information about our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities.
  • About
  • Durango/Pagosa
  • Springs: If you’re interested in Rocky Mountain wildlife, white water rafting, hiking in to discover nature’s most beautiful waterfalls, or a breathtaking car ride on the San Juan Skyway, then Durango and Pagosa Springs are the place for you! As with so many areas on the Western Slope, you have now entered an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Just minutes from zip lining through the treetops, to soaking in the Piedra River Hot Springs, located in the national forest, after a day of hiking any one of the many trails, and when the season is right, you can be snowboarding or camping in the mountains that surround this beautiful area. Take a ride on the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train and enjoy the stunning views of the San Juan National Forest. You’re also a mere 35-minute car ride to Mesa Verde National Park. Just outside the doors of our clinics, you’ll find beautiful parks with walking paths and opens spaces to enjoy. Durango has an airport located minutes from our clinics which has service to Denver, Phoenix and Dallas-Fort Worth daily.
  • Learn more about our area here: Visit Durango, CO | Official Tourism Site of Durango, Colorado Qualifications

Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required, with a preference for experience in behavioral health, educational settings, or career counseling. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and obtain BLS certification and de-escalation training within 90 days of hire.

  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Case Management
  • Time Management
  • Confidentiality
  • Organization
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Career Counseling
  • MS Excel
  • MS Word
  • Behavioral Health
  • Office Equipment Operation
  • MS Outlook
  • Employment Matching

Benefits

  • Life Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Dependent Care Account
  • Pet Insurance
  • Company Paid Holidays
  • Personal Days
  • Loan Repayment Programs
  • 401k with up to 4% match
  • Professional development benefits
  • Annual Wellness Benefits
  • Medical (HDHP or PPO)
  • College Invest plans
  • All Paid Leave (APL)

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$21 - $22/hr
Location
Durango, Colorado
Posted
Jun 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Axis Health System

Axis Health System is a nonprofit organization providing primary, behavioral, and oral healthcare, crisis response, and pharmacy to Western Slope and Southwest Colorado communities.

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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In Colorado, Vocational Specialist roles often draw candidates with backgrounds in behavioral health, education, or career counseling, so openings can be competitive when employers want both coaching and support skills. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the essentials faster. If you apply, confirm your bachelor’s degree, valid driver’s license, and readiness to complete BLS and de-escalation training within 90 days.

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