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About the Role

Assist staff and patients in developing and implementing a comprehensive program of vocational rehabilitation to help patients enter skills training and obtain employment. Coordinate pre-vocational activities to help patients achieve vocational rehabilitation goals and function successfully in the competitive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive vocational/educational assessment including patient history, test administration and the evaluation of the patients’ capacity to function within the first 30 days of admission.
• Prepare a Vocational Rehabilitation Plan with short- and long-range goals and methodology to achieve goals.
• Maintain a list of patients with updated status regarding involvement in work-related activities, work readiness, and employment status at 30-60-90-180-day intervals.
• Provide on-going individual and group counseling of all patients to establish vocational decisions and assist in achieving goals.
• Meet with each assigned patient at least once every 30 days and document in the EHR.
• Provide instruction in one or more of the courses in the Pre-Employment (with an emphasis on Life Skills Training, Job Readiness, Job Retention curricula.
• Function as an integral member of the treatment team.
• Provide training and consultation to clinical staff in Vocational Rehabilitation principles and practices to help ensure coordination and integration of vocational services into the treatment process.

Requirements

• Minimum two years of experience in the vocational rehabilitation counseling of persons in a behavioral health treatment setting.
• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) preferred.
• MA in Vocational Rehabilitation or Guidance Counseling a plus.
• Regularly required to sit, use hands to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Skills

• Ethical Practices
• Judgment
• Relationship Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Empathy
• Professional Boundaries
• Global and Cultural Awareness
• Critical Evaluation
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Crisis Management
• Technical Capacity

Location

• Long Island City, NY 11106

Work Type

• Full-Time
• Part-Time
• Full Time-non-exempt

Experience Level

• Minimum two years of experience

Education Level

• Bachelors Degree
• B.A. in Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• M.A. in Vocational Rehabilitation or Guidance Counseling a plus.

Salary/Compensations

• $20.48 - $30.67 Hourly

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance for all eligible employees and their dependents
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week
• Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• 403(b) retirement plan

About the Company

• Phoenix House of New York | Long Island is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery.
• We provide treatment, housing, and support services for our clients and their families.
• Our core values— Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking —guide our approach, ensuring each person receives evidence-based care that promotes dignity and wellness.
• By upholding these values, we empower people to rebuild their lives with hope, accountability, and support.