Community-Based Career Counselor II

Living Resources Corp; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Reimbursement Accounts

Payment in lieu of Health Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Programs

Job summary

Living Resources in the Capital Region of New York seeks a Career Counselor II to support individuals with disabilities in identifying and achieving meaningful employment. You will provide vocational counseling, job coaching, and tailored guidance.

Travel locally, collaborate with families and agencies, maintain documentation, and help clients build job-readiness skills for interviews and employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of individuals receiving OPWDD and/or ACCES-VR services.
• Assess individuals’ interests, strengths, and employment goals using person-centered planning.
• Provide vocational counseling & guidance tailored to each individual’s abilities and career interests.
• Conduct Community-Based Work Assessments.
• Provide Pre-Employment Transition Services and/or support clients participating in OPWDD’s Employment Training Program.
• Assist individuals in developing job-readiness skills and preparing for interviews and job searches.
• Provide on-the-job coaching to support individuals in learning and performing job tasks.
• Maintain regular communication with employers, supervisors, and other stakeholders to support job success.
• Offer travel training to ensure individuals can safely and independently commute to work.
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to identify job and internship opportunities.
• Accurately document services provided, progress, and outcomes in case notes and reports.

Skills

Organization & time management

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Driver's license & transportation

Education

High School Diploma

Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

Living Resources in the Capital Region of New York seeks a Career Counselor II to support individuals with disabilities in identifying and achieving meaningful employment. You will provide vocational counseling, job coaching, and tailored guidance.

Travel locally, collaborate with families and agencies, maintain documentation, and help clients build job-readiness skills for interviews and employment.