Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Housing Works • Brooklyn, NY

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The SUD Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor helps individuals in treatment for or recovery from substance use disorders achieve competitive employment and long-term career success. Through vocational counseling, career planning, job readiness training, employer engagement, job placement, and retention support, the counselor promotes recovery, economic self-sufficiency, and workforce participation. This role collaborates with treatment providers, employers, workforce agencies, community partners, and OASAS to deliver person-centered employment services.

Requirements

• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
• Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling
• Access-VR Certified Counselor
• CASAC, LMSW, LMHC, or LCSW
• Master's degree in a related human services field
• OASAS or NYSED recognized certification
• Equivalent competencies consistent with certified vocational rehabilitation professionals

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years in vocational rehabilitation, workforce development, behavioral health, or SUD treatment.
• Experience working with individuals in recovery.
• Group facilitation.
• Knowledge of OASAS, Access-VR, and workforce systems

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational assessments and provide individual and group career counseling.
• Develop and monitor individualized employment plans aligned with recovery goals.
• Deliver job readiness services, including resume development, interview preparation, job search assistance, and career coaching.
• Coordinate referrals to training, education, certification, and workforce development programs.
• Facilitate job placement and provide retention and advancement support.
• Build relationships with employers and community partners to expand employment opportunities.
• Educate employers on recovery-friendly workplace practices and available workforce resources.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and service providers to integrate employment into recovery planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation, track outcomes, and ensure compliance with OASAS, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational requirements.
• Participate in program evaluation, quality improvement, and staff development activities.

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 textbooks.

What This Job Offers

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