Counselor - PROS

Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Day Shift Description: Monday - Friday 8:30a-5p (varies depending on client schedule)

Employment Counseling experience is highly desirable.

A valid NYS Drivers License is required.

• Interview, counsels, and evaluated consumers to determine individual work readiness needs
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets medical, psychological, educations, social and employment information regarding each client
• Provides pre-employment skills training and preparation for consumers both individually and in class settings.
• Provides direct client services including case management on and off the job site including advocacy, referrals, benefits planning, group counseling, skills training, ADL’s, transportation, and coordination of services.
• Participates in staff and team meetings
• Markets to employers in developing employment opportunities and places clients, including post-employment follow up.
• Completes all required documentation
• Able to work autonomously
• Educates staff about educational and vocational resources in the community.
• Oversees referrals and conducts intakes

• High School diploma/GED with 4 + years’ experience in human services, OR
• Associates degree with 1–3 years’ experience in human services, OR
• B.S. degree with 0 years’ experience. Liberal Arts degree in human service-related field preferred.
• Employment Counseling experience is highly desirable.
• A valid NYS drivers license required.
• Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

Pay Range: $20.20 - $29.30

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.