Career Counselor (TOP Opportunities)

GODDARD RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER•New York, NY

3d•$55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Career Counselor is responsible for developing and managing new employer accounts within various job markets for the purpose of creating employment opportunities for program participants. The Career Counselor provides career exploration, targeted job coaching and support to program participants, preparing them for success in their chosen field. Utilizing IPS, the Career Counselor works in a team to develop both job placements and retention supports with the goal of developing a career path and achieving greater self-sufficiency and independence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience in vocational counseling and workforce development OR HS Diploma or equivalent with 5 years of experience in vocational counseling and workforce development
Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness
Enthusiastic team player with a strong belief in rehabilitation and recovery
Experience in developing job opportunities and employer accounts
Strong clinical skills
Vocational rehabilitation experience required
Able to work in the Microsoft Office Suite, should especially be proficient in Word, Outlook and Excel
Able to work remotely and assist participants with remote job searches, applications and interviews
Able to use teleconferencing software including Zoom to schedule and host remote meetings; able to teach clients how to utilize these tools
Able to use or learn to use AWARDS database
Able to use or learn other electronic databases, programs, and funder-related software as needed, e.g. NYCMED Portal, NYESS, ACCES-VR
Must be able to conduct visits of job sites
Frequent walking between work sites

Nice To Haves

A degree in counseling or social work is a plus, including experience working with individuals with serious mental illness
Valid driver’s license preferred, with a driving record that meets the agency’s auto insurance guidelines (including at least one year of driving experience and no suspensions within the last 3 years)
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct intakes, screenings, vocational assessments, recovery plans, individual/group counseling, job development, job coaching, and benefits assistance
Has knowledge of client centered Supported Employment Models and Workforce Affiliations like ACCES-VR, Workforce 1, NYCETC
Provide intensive employment supports and job retention services for individuals/groups
Provide supported education services
Develop internships and competitive job placements in the community
Coordinate and communicate with collateral providers: counselors, housing workers, therapists and psychiatrists, on behalf of participants
Develop and establish strong working relationships with employers and businesses in the community and perform site visits to participants’ work sites
Carry a caseload, and document all services rendered including case notes and recovery plans in AWARDS and other data base systems
Prepare all mandated reporting as required by supervisor, contract agency and funding agency
Attend regular membership workforce meetings such as NYC Employment and Training Coalition and the ACCES-VR Placement Consortium Meetings