Vocational Counselor: Build Careers, Support Recovery

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

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.