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Form of workAre you passionate about helping individuals with disabilities find fulfilling careers? Do you want to be a part of a nonprofit that values continuous learning and growth? As a full-time Vocational Counselor - Employment Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work directly with clients and employers to create meaningful job opportunities.
You will work in the heart of New York City and receive a competitive wage of $40,000 to $45,000/yr and generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, a future mom's program, and life insurance. Join our nonprofit and make a difference in the social services industry!
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
In 1935, three men who had sustained injuries in WWI met in Times Square and literally changed the world for people with physical disabilities. Fedcap Rehabilitation Services provides an array of services to youth and adults, helping thousands of individuals graduate from high school, obtain vocational certification or a college degree, become work-ready, and obtain meaningful employment as they achieve long-term economic well-being.
Our human services nonprofit's mission is to create opportunities for people facing barriers to economic well-being. To achieve this mission, we strive to attract and retain talented, creative, and dedicated staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth for those on our job placement program's team.
YOUR DAY AS A VOCATIONAL COUNSELOR - EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
As a Vocational Counselor - Employment Specialist, you have the important role of helping people thrive in their jobs! You use motivational interviewing and other proven techniques to address any concerns or work behaviors that may be holding them back. Your dedication doesn't stop there - you also provide transitional and post-employment support to help ensure that they can keep their jobs in the private sector. With your attention to detail, you review corrective and disciplinary action notices to determine the best counseling interventions.
You take pride in making sure that documentation of severe disability determination is up to date and in accordance with SourceAmerica/NYSID standards, completing annual disability reviews, and requesting new documentation when necessary. You keep detailed notes and summaries of all your interactions with clients, and when someone needs additional help, you make referrals to outside providers. As a consultant to clients' supervisors, you help with accommodations, performance, behavior, quality of work, and any other issues that arise on the job. Let's work together to help people succeed!
WHAT IS REQUIRED TO BE A VOCATIONAL COUNSELOR - EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST?
- Bachelor's degree in the social services field
- 3+ years of experience in counseling in a vocational rehabilitation setting
- Knowledge of a variety of disabilities and of community resources
- Ability to work independently and take initiative when appropriate
- Ability to use a computer, the internet, and software, including Microsoft Word
Join our social services team and use your skills to make a positive impact in the lives of those with disabilities!
CONNECT WITH OUR NONPROFIT TEAM TODAY!
If this sounds like the right social services job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We make it incredibly easy with our initial 3-minute application. We look forward to hearing from you!
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