Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor at CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF STEUBEN LIVINGSTON CO | NY | Rezi

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor at CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF STEUBEN LIVINGSTON CO

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF STEUBEN LIVINGSTON CO · NY

5 days ago

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF STEUBEN LIVINGSTON CO · NY

5 days ago
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About the Role

Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people, serving individuals in a safe, welcoming, and comforting environment. This role offers an opportunity to express passion for helping others and make a daily difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize a trauma-informed approach to complete the Substance Use Disorder Vocational Rehabilitation Readiness Assessment.
  • Provide individualized vocational counseling in a one-on-one setting.
  • Facilitate quarterly workshops on varying topics.
  • Develop strong partnerships with local community agencies and employers.
  • Provide ongoing support to participants while securing employment and for six months thereafter.
  • Provide ongoing outreach efforts to secure eligible program participants.
  • Complete an employment readiness assessment to identify strengths, barriers, and interests.
  • Facilitate structured skill-building workshops on topics such as job readiness, interviewing for success, and employment retention skills.
  • Assess for needs and provide employment stipend when appropriate.
  • Provide one-on-one career counseling and skill-building support.
  • Complete referrals and coordinate with community partners for additional support.
  • Assist participants with resume development.
  • Utilize EHR Welligent for all participant data and progress note storage.
  • Engage local employers to understand their hiring needs and apply effective workforce development strategies.
  • Provide ongoing contact and support for a minimum of six months following successful job placement.
  • Comply with all OASAS regulations.
  • Understand the contract between CCSL and NYS OASAS.
  • Attend monthly program meetings to review progress and troubleshoot barriers.
  • Attend CCSL staff meetings and other required meetings.
  • Attend CCSL functions as appropriate.
  • Complete all required training.
  • Ensure all CCSL clients are treated with dignity and respect, upholding their confidentiality.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by the agency and insurance carrier.
  • Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.
  • All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program.
  • Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
  • Employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

Skills

  • Flexibility
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Client-centered approach

Location

  • Southern Tier

Work Type

  • Full-Time
  • Mon-Fri, 40 hours

Experience Level

  • Minimum of 2 years’ related experience
  • Relevant years of experience and education will be considered

Education Level

  • Master’s degree required in vocational rehabilitation counseling or a related human services field.
  • CRC, CASAC, LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, Access-VR Certified Counselor status, or other OASAS- or NYSED-recognized credentials preferred.

Salary/Compensations

  • $27.00-30.00 DOE
  • $1500 SIGN ON BONUS

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Generous time off package
  • Work-life balance
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Supportive and collaborative environment
  • Opportunities for growth and development
  • Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives

About the Company

  • As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people.
  • We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home.

Equal Opportunity

  • Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people.
  • EOE/AA Disability/Vet