Vocational Specialist VIRTUAL JOB FAIR

CN Guidance and Counseling Services; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

403(b) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

CN Guidance & Counseling Services is seeking a dedicated professional to work with the FACT team to deliver services to individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness whose needs have not been met by traditional approaches. The role involves assessment, service planning, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and coordinating care across systems.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, providing telehealth and in-person services, and being on-call 24/7 with the FACT team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, or related field.
• Licensure with NYS Education Department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Assessment and Service Planning, QA/I processes, Utilization Review, and coordinate between ACT teams and other systems.
• Engage in assessment, case management, crisis intervention and discharge planning.
• Maintain case records and complete documentation on time per regulations.
• Provide direct, telehealth, and in-community services to members in office or community settings.
• Be available on-call 24/7 with other FACT team members.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Assessment planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

NYS licensure preferred

Job description

JOB DEFINITION

Work with the CN Guidance FACT team to deliver services to those individuals who are diagnosed with severe mental illness and whose needs have not been met by more traditional service delivery approaches.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

A Bachelor's degree or higher in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, or related field. Licensure with the NYS Education Department in a specific field is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Current New York State Driver's License
• Clean DMV Record
• Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Two years' experience working with the chronically mentally ill (Masters level) recommended. Three years' experience working with the chronically mentally ill (Bachelor's level) recommended. Competency in vocational rehabilitation must be demonstrated by at least one year of training and/or experience in integrated mental health and substance assessment and treatment or vocational assessment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1.Responsible for providing Assessment and Service Planning, Quality Assurance and Improvement Processes, Utilization Review, incident reporting and coordination between ACT team(s) and other systems
• 2.Engage in performing assessment, case management, handling crisis intervention and discharge planning
• 3.Maintains case records and completing documentation on time and in a matter in compliance with federal, state and agency regulations
• 4.Provides direct, telehealth, face-to-face and/or collateral services to members either in the FACT office or in the community in places and situations where problems arise
• 5.Must be available (along with other members of the FACT team) on an as needed basis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including responsibility for on-call coverage
• 6.Assists members in developing appropriate expectations from treatment
• 7.Strengthens the ability of the member to understand and utilize therapy and find resources after treatment has ended through proper transition and discharge planning
• 8.Exchanges information with other agencies that benefits the member or ensures compliance with regulations and coordination of services
• 9.Utilizes and understands the value of supervision, which increases practice skills, promotes better services for the member and preserves accountability to the Agency
• 10.Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress
• 11.Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.
• 12.Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
• 13.Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines.
• 14.Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
• 15.Other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Dependent Care Expense Account
• Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• HRA
• Training programs including a Mentorship program
• Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Career growth and Promotional opportunities
• Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more

5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more

CN Guidance & Counseling Services, inspires and catalyzes recovery for people living with mental health and substance use conditions through innovative and person-centered integrated clinical treatment, counseling, housing, and support services.

• Awarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place 2019-2026, 8 years in a row.
• Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives.
• Engage your passion and CHOOSE a career & employer where you can use your vital energy to make a difference.

It is the policy of CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.'