Vocational Counselor - Puerto Rico

Housing Works • Fajardo, PR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide vocational rehabilitation counseling services to individuals (and families) underserved who are experiencing homelessness, substance use, and/or co-occurring mental health disorders directly in the community. Grant funds by SAMHSA via Intercambios Puerto Rico (Fajardo, Puerto Rico).

Requirements

• Experience with providing rehabilitation counseling services to people that have experienced homelessness, substance use, and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Knowledge and/or experience with Evidence Based Practices / Interventions
• Proficient and efficient with multiple computer software programs
• Meticulous at maintaining records and confidentiality protocols.
• Good written and verbal communications skills (in both Spanish and English a plus)
• Able to work closely with others in outreach team and office setting (team player)
• Up to date driver’s license
• Master in Rehabilitation Counseling

Responsibilities

• Screen individuals (mostly in the community) for eligibility of services.
• Use the supported employment model as an integrated part of mental health treatment.
• Advise participants on personal benefits related to employment status.
• Link program participants to support services via referrals.
• Know and promote evidence-based practices (mostly Motivational Interview, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Harm Reduction)
• Prepare an individualized employment support services plan for eligible participants.
• Prepare participants for job interviews.
• Complete SUPRT tool and vocational interest assessment.
• Design and implement a job marketing plan for eligible participants.
• Document and update the participant record and report data on required systems on establish timeframe.
• Conduct group and individual educational activities on the topics covered by the project.
• Provide continuous support and follow up services to program participants according to the timeframe.
• Carry out the processes in compliance with the rules, procedures, and protocols of the organization.
• Visit organizations and services providers to create collaboration relations for the benefit of the GBHI Project
• Prepare monthly progress report.
• Maintain an updated list of participants and identify active and inactive participants.
• Accompany and assist the participant in any process if necessary.
• Participate in staff meetings and case discussions, as required.
• Driving the official or rented vehicle when necessary to complete project tasks.

Benefits

• Three comprehensive healthcare plans to choose from based on your priorities and budget. Housing Works covers most of the plan; you pay a portion, based on your salary.
• Staff begins accruing PTO immediately for a total of up to 30 days earned in the first year.
• An educational benefit. This money is available for tuition loan reimbursement, tuition costs, and text books.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level