Recovery-Focused Vocational Counselor for SUD

HOUSING WORKS INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement / Educationaly

Job summary

Housing Works seeks a SUD Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to help individuals in recovery achieve competitive employment and long-term career success. You will deliver career counseling, job readiness training, and job placement services in collaboration with treatment providers and workforce partners.

The role emphasizes recovery, economic self-sufficiency, and workforce participation, with responsibilities to coordinate with OASAS and community partners and ensure compliant documentation

Qualifications

• CRC Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling.
• OASAS or NYSED certification is required.
• Equivalent competencies for certified vocational rehabilitation professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational assessments and provide individual and group career counseling.
• Develop and monitor individualized employment plans aligned with recovery goals.
• Deliver job readiness services, including resume development, interview preparation, job search assistance, and career coaching.
• Coordinate referrals to training, education, certification, and workforce development programs.
• Facilitate job placement and provide retention and advancement support.
• Build relationships with employers and community partners to expand employment opportunities.
• Educate employers on recovery-friendly workplace practices and available workforce resources.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and service providers to integrate employment into recovery planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation, track outcomes, and ensure compliance with OASAS, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational requirements.
• Participate in program evaluation, quality improvement, and staff development activities.

Skills

Career counseling

Group facilitation

Vocational assessments

Job readiness training

Employer engagement

Education

CRC Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling

OASAS or NYSED certification

Access-VR Certified Counselor

Job description

Housing Works seeks a SUD Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to help individuals in recovery achieve competitive employment and long-term career success. You will deliver career counseling, job readiness training, and job placement services in collaboration with treatment providers and workforce partners.

The role emphasizes recovery, economic self-sufficiency, and workforce participation, with responsibilities to coordinate with OASAS and community partners and ensure compliant documentation