Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Promoting long-term recovery and self-sufficiency through community-based job placement assistance for clients in active treatment and recovery from substance use disorders.

Promoting long-term recovery and self-sufficiency through community-based job placement assistance for clients in active treatment and recovery from substance use disorders.

This position is grant funded by The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS).

• Preference will be given to candidates with any of the following:
• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
• Master's degree (MS or MEd) in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
• ACCES-VR Counselor status
• CASAC, LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, and/or Master's in a related field

2 years of experience:

• Working with adults diagnosed with substance use disorders
• Providing employment services

Valid NY driver's license with safe driving record required.

• Delivering 1:1 and group Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling to clients with substance use disorders
• Services may be delivered virtually, in the office, in the client's home, or in a community location based on client need and preference
• These clients may also carry other diagnoses, including serious mental illness
• Helping clients identify and pursue their employment goals by:
• Conducting job readiness assessments
• Guiding clients through skill-building and career planning activities
• Providing pre-employment skill development, resume building, job search assistance, and interview prep
• Providing job development and placement support, including:

• Working in partnership with local businesses, workforce programs, supporters, and job development/technical assistance liaisons toward client goals
• Educating employers and promoting inclusive hiring practices for clients in recovery through:
• Focused conversations
• Follow-up presentations
• Small workshops
• Printed materials
• Online presence
• Keeping current on labor market trends and educating employers about opportunities
• Using social networking and internet research techniques for job placement, while ensuring consistent, structured communication between employment counselors, job developers, and placement providers
• Maintaining accurate client records and documentation for services provided in the agency's Electronic Health Record
• Maintaining data as it relates to program performance, client outcomes, and statewide impact of this initiative, as per OASAS standards
• Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress
• Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.
• Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
• Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines.
• Health and Safety Awareness:
  Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Dependent Care Expense Account
• Life…