Supported Employment Counselor

Employment CounselorJob Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life.Job Path's Supported Employment program is integral in ensuring the long term success of people on the job. Job Path is seeking an energetic, responsible, and creative person to manage a caseload of people who are currently employed. The Employment Counselor is responsible for ensuring that the people they support are able to maintain and grow in their jobs and careers. Employment Counselors must be proactive, seeking out ways for a person to grow on the job and by identifying issues before they jeopardize a person's employment.Employment Counselors must be reliable and punctual; in order for the people we support to be successful in their jobs. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks:Provide ongoing support to a caseload of ten to fifteen people in our employment programDeveloping strategies for participants to build on their work skills to be able to complete tasks as independently as possibleHelp people work through issues that may arise on the job by using creative problem solvingEncourage participants to learn new skills to grow at their jobsDevelop positive relationships with participants' coworkers, supervisors and managersWork with employers to guarantee their satisfaction with Job Path servicesAssist people to grow in their careers, which may include but is not limited to assistance with skill building, advocacy and job developmentServe as an active team member by attending team meetings, trainings, contributing new ideas and maintaining ongoing communications with supervisor(s)Ongoing communication with familiesCommunication with network for support - including Care Managers and other people involved in the lives of people receiving servicesBe flexible and available to provide support to participants as needed. Occasionally, one may need to be available to provide support on weekends or outside of the standard work day, depending on the work schedule of the people we support.Provide training and guidance to Direct Support Professionals who are supporting people on your caseloadDocumentation and BillingComplete a daily hours chart to document all services providedSubmit detailed case notes for all billable services on a daily basis into the electronic record keeping systemComplete a monthly summary that details services provided and progress for each person on a caseloadAttend and provide feedback at Life Plan meetings twice a year for each person we support, creating and submitting Staff Action PlanLocation: This position requires two days of presence in Job Path's midtown Manhattan office and travel around the city to develop employment and support people on the job. Hybrid remote option is available on non-office/support days.Qualifications: BA degree preferred or a combination of high school diploma or equivalency and related experience. Experience supporting people with developmental disabilities a plus.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience with administrative work and record keepingDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both externally and internally with team membersAbility to actively listen and collaborateComputer literacy (Google Workspace, Spreadsheets, Web-based case notes)Demonstrate competency in written, verbal and computational skills to document records in accordance with program and OPWDD mandatesExcellent networking skillsSalary: Annual salary of $43,600-$45,600 depending on education and experience, Eligible for overtimeBenefits:Health, Dental, and Vision insuranceShort Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D PolicyWork/Life Assistance Program (EAP)Pre-tax commuter and medical plans403b retirement plan with 5% employer match after two years of employmentGenerous vacation policyTo Apply: Submit your resume and answers to the application questions via our jobs board. Or, send via fax to or mail to: Job Path Attn: Aimee Althoff 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. **Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status.**Whistleblower policy: