Rehabilitative Counselor

Volunteers of American Greater New York•The Bronx, NY

About The Position

The Certified Rehabilitative Counselor (CRC) for the Career Access Program provides vocational rehabilitation and workforce development services to individuals with disabilities. The counselor assesses clients’ abilities, interests, and needs and develops and implements Individualized Career Plans (ICPs) tailored to their goals. The role also supervises and mentors the Economic Empowerment Specialist to coordinate services that help clients achieve economic independence and employment success. The Career Access Program is a community outreach initiative offering vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities. The position is located in Bronx, NY 10455.

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) is preferred.
Previous experience supervising or mentoring staff, particularly in disability services or workforce development, is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

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