Community-Based Vocational Counselor: Pathways to Work

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence in New York is seeking a qualified professional to provide counseling interventions within the Career Solutions program.

Develop Vocational Plans for OPWDD services to include: SEMP, Pathway, and ETP, and complete NYESS data entry as needed. The role emphasizes conducting intakes with Employment Specialists, monitoring referrals, completing admission/discharge documentation, and ensuring documentation and billing accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required in Human Services or related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience working with the developmentally disabled preferred.
• NYS valid/acceptable Driver’s License required.
• Work Authorization/Security Clearance – Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track all referrals within OPWDD guidelines.
• Conduct intakes along with Employment Specialists for individuals.
• Provide case file reviews, satisfaction surveys, referrals and other internal documentation.
• Review all daily and monthly notes for waiver and non-waiver services.
• Participate in team meetings as scheduled.
• Review and approve monthly billable services.
• Complete all admission and discharge documentation for all OPWDD individuals.
• Provide classroom activities to individuals in OPWDD contracts.
• Provide guidance to Employment Aides on service delivery and documentation.
• Provide Benefits advisement to referred individuals.
• Participate in ongoing rotation for investigations of Reportable Incidents and Allegations of Abuse.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Ethical conduct

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services

NYS Driver’s License

Job description

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence in New York is seeking a qualified professional to provide counseling interventions within the Career Solutions program.

Develop Vocational Plans for OPWDD services to include: SEMP, Pathway, and ETP, and complete NYESS data entry as needed. The role emphasizes conducting intakes with Employment Specialists, monitoring referrals, completing admission/discharge documentation, and ensuring documentation and billing accuracy.