Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - CRC

Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research•Calverton, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center! The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor directs and/or coordinates pre-vocational and vocational plans and activities which will help patients develop and achieve vocational rehabilitation goals and function successfully in competitive employment.

Requirements

Current CRC certification
Bachelor’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, counseling, or guidance.
Minimum of one year of experience in vocational rehabilitation counseling of substance abusers or clients from other disadvantaged populations.

Responsibilities

Assist the patient with the development of realistic short- and long-term vocational goals
Develops and implements appropriate vocational/educational treatment plans with patients incorporating the results of vocational tests and other related information, when available
Promotes vocational services and opportunities through a variety of forums at the clinic level (through staff meetings, bulletin boards, newsletters, etc.)
Initiates team meetings to discuss patient vocational activities when needed
Establishes working relationships with community organizations in the area of education, skills training, and employment to facilitate patient access to services
Prepares monthly and other reports on vocational issues as requested on a timely basis
Facilitate pre-vocational or vocational groups for patients
Provides documentation on all patients seen in a timely manner
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to adults served in substance use treatment
Observes the Health Care System’s compliance policies and meets regulatory, licensure, and annual health assessment requirements
Identifies learning strengths and needs; utilizes learning resources
Participates in Professional Organization as part of staff development activities
Maintains a communication link with State employment offices, designated agencies, training intuitions, educational intuitions and other agencies that would be a source of securing employment and training.
Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision, and values