Vocational & Life Skills Specialist

Overview

Description

We are Hiring!

Job Posting: Vocational & Life Skills Specialist

Location: Rochester, NY

Department: Restart Residential

Employment Type: Full-Time, 37.5 hours

Schedule: Tues-Sat, 10 am-6 pm (Hours can be flexible)

Salary: $21.50/hr.

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Family and Community Services (CCFCS) has been serving our community for over 100 years. We walk with people when they are at their most vulnerable as they journey toward independence to reach their full human potential, advocate for those in need throughout all stages of life; and work in partnership with faith communities of all denominations and those who are committed to addressing local needs.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people’s lives. Don’t miss out on being a part of something special!

General Description

Under general supervision, assists substance use disorder clients in the development and progress of vocational and life skills goals. Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards as identified by the NYS Education Department, NASW or other relevant governing bodies. Effectively supports ongoing and collaborative communication amongst all program staff, adhering to established agency communication protocols and is responsible for ensuring a trauma informed care environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists clients in the development and progress of vocational educational goals as needed.
• Maintains written records of goals and progress including progress notes and other documentation regarding client vocational status, life skills and recreation progress.
• Supports development and implementation of a curriculum to train clients in employability skills.
• Coordinates with other staff to integrate and utilize vocational/employment component and curriculum.
• Provides interview and job readiness education, including running groups
• Makes contact and develops job experience locations based on client education or interest.
• Develops job experience or job shadow opportunity for client, places clients on job site

• Plans and implements all therapeutic recreation, Life Skills and individual leisure components.
• Provides classroom instruction in leisure education and stress management.
• Provides activities related to physical fitness and recreational outings.
• Tracks expenses and submits for payment
• Oversees life skills curriculum in collaboration with the Clinical Team
• Incorporate curriculum into program schedule to be presented by Residential Associates.
• Documents and monitors progress.

• Completes and maintains all necessary documentation in compliance with the agency and appropriate regulatory standards.
• Enters shift notes into electronic client record database per each scheduled shift
• Completes group notes into electronic client record database by the end of each shift
• Completes incident reports, documenting any unusual incidents or situations as needed.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Counseling or related field preferred. Equivalent Combination of education and experience will be considered.

Credentials: Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License.

Experience: Experience working with substance use disorder or mental health clients is preferred.

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
• Generous time off package and work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people’s lives

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community!

*** Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet