Rehabilitative Counselor

Volunteers of America - Greater New York, Inc.•New York, NY

2d•$82,400 - $82,400

About The Position

Volunteers of America–Greater New York is seeking a Certified Rehabilitative Counselor for its Career Access Program, a community outreach initiative providing vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities. The counselor will assess clients’ abilities, interests, and needs and develop and implement Individualized Career Plans tailored to their goals. The role also supervises and mentors the Economic Empowerment Specialist and coordinates services to help clients achieve economic independence and employment success. The position is located in the Bronx, New York.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, or a related field.
At least 3–5 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities in vocational rehabilitation, career counseling, or workforce development.
Strong understanding of disability services, vocational rehabilitation practices, and workforce development strategies.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build rapport with clients, employers, and team members.
Ability to develop individualized career plans and provide targeted counseling and guidance.
Knowledge of local employment resources, job training programs, and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics; societal trends and influences; human migrations; and the history, origins, and cultures of ethnic groups.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).
Experience supervising or mentoring staff, particularly in disability services or workforce development.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the abilities, interests, and challenges of individuals with disabilities.
Develop and implement Individualized Career Plans based on assessments and clients’ preferences, skills, and career goals.
Regularly review and update Individualized Career Plans to reflect clients’ evolving needs, goals, and progress.
Collect client information through interviews, observations, and tests; prepare and maintain treatment records and reports.
Oversee and mentor the Economic Empowerment Specialist to support effective service delivery and clients’ financial independence and stability.
Collaborate with other team members to provide comprehensive services to clients.
Participate in outreach activities to raise awareness of the Career Access Program and recruit eligible participants.
Ensure the Economic Empowerment Specialist team maintains accurate, current, confidential client records in compliance with applicable regulations.
Prepare reports on client progress, program outcomes, and service delivery to inform program evaluation and continuous improvement.