Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are Hiring!

Job Posting: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Location: Corning, NY

Department: Employment & Housing Services

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 40 hours

Salary: $27.00-30.00 DOE

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.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

General Description

The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor will utilize a trauma informed approach to complete the Substance Use Disorder Vocational Rehabilitation Readiness Assessment for each participant upon intake and completion of programming. VRC will provide individualized vocational counseling to each client in a one-on-one setting as well as provide quarterly workshops on varying topics. VRC will develop strong partnerships with other local community agencies as well as employers. VRC will provide ongoing support to each participant while securing employment as well as for six months thereafter. This position requires flexibility, excellent communication skills, and a client-centered approach to ensure that all participants are treated with dignity and respect.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing outreach efforts to secure eligible program participants across the Southern Tier.
• Complete an employment readiness assessment for each participant to identify strengths, barriers, and interests.
• Facilitate quarterly structured skill-building workshops with 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 when needed to provide additional support.
• Assist each participant with resume development.
• Utilize EHR Welligent for all participant data and progress note storage.
• Engage local employers who have jobsites across the Southern Tier to understand their hiring needs and help to apply effective workforce development strategies.
• Provide ongoing contact and support with each participant for a minimum of six months following successful job placement.
• Complies with all OASAS regulations.
• Understands the contract between CCSL and NYS OASAS
• Attend monthly program meetings to review and track progress and troubleshoot barriers.
• Attends CCSL staff meetings, and other required meetings.
• Attends CCSL functions as appropriate.
• Complete all required training as outlined by the program and CCSL.
• Ensures that all CCSL clients are treated with dignity and respect, always upholding their confidentiality.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory directions and perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree required in vocational rehabilitation counseling or a related human services field.

Credentials: CRC, CASAC, LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, Access-VR Certified Counselor status, or other OASAS- or NYSED-recognized credentials preferred. Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier

Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ related experience. Relevant years of experience and education will be considered

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with community partners and maintain professional relationships.
• Flexibility adapting to the needs of clients and varying work schedules.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects with minimal direction
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to effectively meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to work in the following software programs: Windows, Microsoft Office, and multiple online software platforms as required by funders and partner organizations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support organizational mission, philosophy, and policies
• Ability to work in a cooperative and helpful manner with all individuals
• Willingness and ability to foster agency and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques
• Continuous use of a reliable, registered and insured vehicle.
• Demonstrate full adherence to the Code of Conduct and all policies/procedures related to compliance and ethical business practices.
• Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission Statement.
• Provide effective, equitable, understandable and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other communication needs.

***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

Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

EMPLOYER’S DISCLAIMER:

• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job- related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Top Benefits and Perks:

· Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan

· Generous time off package and 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

Join us and help make a positive impact on our community!

***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