Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village. As we have for 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming–now across 15 sites—focusing on a mix of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement.

　　JOB PURPOSE

　　The Vocational counselor is responsible for coordinating and providing vocational rehabilitation and other employment-related services for a 100-bed residential, trauma-informed, modified therapeutic community for residents being treated for substance use disorder. Services that will be provided are individual and group counseling, referring clients to employment and skills-based training services, legal services as well as budgeting

　　SCOPE OF INFLUENCE

　　Direct client interaction ages 18 and up

　　Global Vocational Services, will work with all 3 elements of treatment; stabilization, rehabilitation, and reintegration

　　Partners with internal and external stakeholders

　　KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

　　Counseling/Career Counselling

　　Conduct a comprehensive vocational assessment that includes a complete history of employment, training and education activities, comprehensive self-directed search, and the evaluation of the client’s capacity to function

　　Utilize the results of the comprehensive vocational/educational assessment to develop with the client a vocational rehabilitation plan and provide and/or coordinate those activities to help the client achieve their goals

　　Provide ongoing individual and group counseling; to help clients make appropriate vocational decisions and assist them toward their established goals

　　Provide follow-up and post-placement services to clients who are engaging in internships and apprenticeships, competitively employed, or attending educational and or skills training activities

　　Provide counseling on budgeting

　　Teach and practice job skills such as interviewing, resume writing, and networking

　　Evaluate client's educational and work backgrounds in order to help them determine what they need to do next to achieve their goals

　　Help clients select the right schools or programs for the individuals needs including sources of financial support

　　May work in a team capacity for crisis intervention

　　Assist residents in managing outstanding loans and fines

　　Communicate with the interdisciplinary team about the client's vocational goals and progress

　　Function as an integral member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and participate in case conferences and team meetings

　　Referrals

　　Develop and maintain linkages with community-based educational, vocational, employment, and support service resources

　　Refer clients to appropriate vocational and educational service providers in the community

　　Refer clients to the appropriate legal services such as the Legal Action Center, Family Court

　　Administrative/Documentation

　　Keep concise and accurate case records of the client’s status and progress; prepare required report forms and keep statistics on patient contacts, referrals and employment, etc.

　　Maintain monthly statistics in conformance with the OASAS Vocational Services Work scope performance objectives and reporting requirements;

　　Communicate employment status with the administrative department to support resident’s compliance with an employment verification form

　　Maintain documentation and monitor resident’s adherence to school and work schedules; reporting any deviation to the clinical and behavioral teams

　　Assist clients in obtaining all identifications

　　Perform other related duties as assigned.

　　Other

　　Attend weekly staff meetings

　　Attend training as required

　　Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

　　JOB REQUIREMENTS

　　Required Knowledge

　　Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Counseling, CRC Preferred

　　One year of experience in career counseling of clients with substance abuse disorders

　　Bachelor’s degree with five years' experience in a residential setting, in pursue of Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and CRC.

　　One (1) year of related work experience in a Residential Therapeutic Community setting is strongly preferred.

　　Knowledge of strengths-based counseling, cognitive-behavioral treatment, and behavior modification in practice

　　Weekend availability required.

　　Ability to multitask and handle challenging situations in a professional and courteous manner

　　Ability to work professionally and empathetically with a diverse group of clients and staff.

　　Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a broad variety of people, including other team members and management.

　　Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.

　　Competency with computer-based programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook email, Relias, and Electronic Health records

　　Role Key Competencies

　　Team Player

　　Flexible

　　Adaptable

　　Communication

　　Planning and Organizing

　　Physical Demands

　　The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to perform duties.

　　Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work and the ability to observe, perceive, identify any safety or behavioral concerns while on-premises.

　　Light to moderate lifting is required

　　Ability to uphold the demands of working with residential clientele who have a significant history of trauma, substance use disorder, and mental health conditions.

　　Regular, predictable attendance and punctuality is required

　　Work Environment

　　The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, and printers, moderate traffic).

　　Ability to work in an open or confined area

　　Ability to sit at a computer terminal, stand, or walk for an extended period.

　　Benefits:

　　Generous PTO Policy

　　Competitive Salary

　　Medical & Dental Insurance

　　Pension Plan

　　403b Retirement Plans

　　Discount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, Amusement Parks.Etc

　　Free Gym Membership to our Manny Cantor Center Gym & 14TH ST Y Gym

　　Discounts to programs at Educational Alliance

　　Limitations and Disclaimer

　　The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position

　　EEO Info

　　Educational Alliance is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

　　Educational Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

　　For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit https://edalliance.org.