Vocational Counselor (58774)

Phoenix House; Brentwood (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

Paid vacation, sick time, personal and

wellness time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pet insurance

Legal support

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Competitive wages

Job summary

Phoenix House is seeking a Vocational Counselor in Brentwood, NY to support patients in vocational assessment, planning, and job readiness training. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to help clients enter skills training and gain employment.

The role focuses on developing and coordinating pre-employment activities, counseling individuals, and tracking progress toward employment outcomes in a supportive treatment setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Sociology or related field.
• Minimum two years of vocational rehabilitation counseling experience.
• CRC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff and patients in developing and implementing a comprehensive vocational rehabilitation program.
• Coordinate pre-vocational activities to help patients develop occupation goals.
• Develop Vocational Rehabilitation Plans with short and long-range goals and methods.

Skills

Vocational counseling

Group counseling

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA in Counseling, Psychology, Sociology or related field

MA in Vocational Rehabilitation or Guidance Counseling preferred

Job description

Summary

Are you ready to join a dynamic team of dedicated values-based leaders and professionals who are committed to creating a healthy, addiction-free world?

Summary

Are you ready to join a dynamic team of dedicated values-based leaders and professionals who are committed to creating a healthy, addiction-free world?

• Phoenix House of NY is proudly offering 100% employer-paid medical insurance for all eligible employees and their dependents!***

As a Vocational Counselor at Phoenix House

You will assist staff and patients in the development and implementation of a comprehensive program of vocational rehabilitation that will result in patients entering skills training and obtaining employment. Provide and/or coordinate the pre-vocational activities that help patients develop and achieve vocation rehabilitation goals and function successfully in the competitive workplace.

About Us

Phoenix House of New York | Long Island is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. We provide treatment, housing, and support services for our clients and their families. Our core values— Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking —guide our approach, ensuring each person receives evidence-based care that promotes dignity and wellness. By upholding these values, we empower people to rebuild their lives with hope, accountability, and support.

What We Offer

At Phoenix House, we recognize that in today’s economic climate, stability and support matter more than ever. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to care for you as a whole person—supporting your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Here are some of our perks:

• (10) Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week
• Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Competitive wages and more...

You Will Have Responsibilities Including But Not Limited To

• Perform intake of all patients to obtain vocation and educational background information to identify preliminary needs and develop an initial plan of services to meet those needs.
• Conduct a comprehensive vocational/educational assessment including patient history, test administration and the evaluation of the patients capacity to function
• Prepare a Vocational Rehabilitation Plan with short and long range goals and methodology to achieve goals
• Maintain a list of patients with updated status regarding involvement in work-related activities, work readiness, and employment status at 30-60-90-180 day intervals.
• Provide on-going individual and group counseling of all patients to establish vocational decisions and assist in achieving goals
• Meet with each assigned patient at least once every 30 days
• Provide instruction in one or more of the courses in the pre-employment (with an emphasis on Life Skills Training, Job Readiness, Job Retention curricula
• Function as an integral member of the treatment team
• Provide training and consultation to clinical staff in Vocational Rehabilitation principles and practices to help ensure coordination and integration of vocational services into the treatment process.

Job Details

• Brentwood PROS - Brentwood , NY
• Part-Time-Non-exempt
• Salary range $20.00 - $25.00 hourly

Required Education

• B.A. in Counseling, Psychology, Sociology or a related field
• M.A. in Vocational Rehabilitation or Guidance Counseling preferred

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) preferred

Required Experience

• Minimum two years of experience in the vocational rehabilitation counseling of persons in a behavioral health treatment setting

Competencies (KSAs)

• Ethical Practices
• Judgment
• Relationship Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Empathy
• Professional Boundaries
• Global and Cultural Awareness
• Critical Evaluation
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Crisis Management
• Technical Capacity

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This job operates in an indoor office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and photocopiers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Regularly required to sit, use hands to type, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds