This months hot picks are:
TITLE: Vocational/Employment Specialist
DESCRIPTION:
QHC Assertive Community Treatment (ACT 2) is seeking a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) or an experienced Vocational/Employment Specialist that is highly motivated and is able to work on a multidisciplinary team who can also work independently.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Requires field work |
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Complete treatment plans, progress notes, vocational assessments, and therapy |
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Discharge planning, and follow-up |
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Two (2) years prior experience working with adults in a vocational rehabilitation setting, preferably in a social service organization working with a diverse urban population, with a focus on individuals with mental illness. |
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Excellent interpersonal skills. |
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Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills. |
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Basic computer software literacy and computer usage experience. |
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A second language is preferred. |
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send resume and cover letter to:
Emilian Mihaila, Ph.D., Director
Fax 718-883-6501
MihailaE@nychhc.org
TITLE: Vocational Case Manager
DESCRIPTION:
Education and Assistance Corp (EAC) seeks a Vocational Case Manager to work full time for its Project Connect program located in Hempstead. Position is Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM Tuesdays & Thursday 1:00PM-9:00PM with excellent benefits medical/dental/401K and very generous Paid Time Off plan (PTO). EAC is an EOE. Candidates are encouraged to view agency Web site at
www.eacinc.org
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Prepare clients for job placement and job search activities. |
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Assist in the development of the Council on Thought and Actions (COTA) program. |
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Market the program and the clients to potential employers. |
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Establish and maintain a pool of employers for Internships and unsubsidized employment. |
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Oversee and supervise the clients while they are participating in Internships. |
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Serve as a liaison with the Nassau County District Attorneys office. |
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Prepare and keep records on client contacts, referrals and job activities. |
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Participate in client support groups. |
QUALIFICATIONS:
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High School or GED required. Degree in social or behavioral sciences preferred. |
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Minimum of two-three years of relevant vocational or case management experience working with criminal justice population needed. |
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Must be proficient in computer programs necessary to perform job responsibilities. |
HOW TO APPLY:
E-mail resume/cover letter with salary requirements to:
employment@eacinc.org
Mail to:
EAC/Employment
50 Clinton St.
Suite 107
Hempstead, NY 11550
TITLE: Vocational Planner
Description:
Addicts Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is seeking two (2) Vocational Planners.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Conducts vocational rehabilitation assessments with clients that include a history of employment, training, educational activities, short term/long term goals, strengths, limitations, interests and recommendations. |
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Provide individual counseling sessions to clients to assess and develop realistic vocational/educational goals. |
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Facilitate group counseling sessions to clients to enhance clients’ soft skills, work readiness and work preparation. |
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Administer, score and interpret academic achievement tests for clients in individual and/or group settings. |
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Assist Vocational Coordinator with monitoring systems to track, compile, and interpret statistics of clients’ employment, training and academic outcomes. |
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Function as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, attending team meetings, case conferences, and workshops. |
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Maintain accurate, up to date progress notes, status updates, and statistics for program requirements. |
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Refer clients to appropriate vocational/educational service providers in the community. |
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Performs other duties as directed by the Vocational Coordinator and /or Treatment Director. |
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or other related field. |
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Experience working with the substance abuse population preferred. |
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CRC or CRC eligible preferred. |
HOW TO APPLY:
Forward resume and cover letter to:
Beverly Houston, Clinical Director
Addicts Rehabilitation Center
2015 Madison Ave.
New York, NY 10035
P: 212-427-2500
F: 212-831-2671
bhouston@arcfoundationinc.org
Posted 3/22/2011
TITLE: Vocational Specialist
Description:
Addicts Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is seeking a Vocational Specialist.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Conducts vocational rehabilitation assessments with clients that include a history of employment, training, educational activities, short term/long term goals, strengths, limitations, interests and recommendations. |
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Provide individual counseling sessions to clients to assess and develop realistic vocational/educational goals. |
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Facilitate group counseling sessions to clients to enhance clients’ soft skills, work readiness and work preparation. |
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Administer, score and interpret academic achievement tests for clients in individual and/or group settings. |
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Assist Vocational Coordinator with monitoring systems to track, compile, and interpret statistics of clients’ employment, training and academic outcomes. |
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Function as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, attending team meetings, case conferences, and workshops. |
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Maintain accurate, up to date progress notes, status updates, and statistics for program requirements. |
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Refer clients to appropriate vocational/educational service providers in the community. |
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Assist Vocational Coordinator in building linkages with employers and providers for job resource bank of employment, and educational and training opportunities for clients’ access. |
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Performs other duties as directed by the Vocational Coordinator and /or Treatment Director. |
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or other related field. |
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Experience working with the substance abuse population preferred. |
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Good communication skills and writing skills are essential. |
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CRC or CRC eligible preferred. |
HOW TO APPLY:
Forward resume and cover letter to:
Beverly Houston, Clinical Director
Addicts Rehabilitation Center
2015 Madison Ave.
New York, NY 10035
P: 212-427-2500
F: 212-831-2671
bhouston@arcfoundationinc.org
Posted 3/22/2011
TITLE: Vocational Counselor
Description:
Basics Promesa Systems, Inc. is seeking a Vocational Counselor. Vocational Counselors are part of the inter-disciplinary treatment team and are employed within alcohol and substance abuse treatment programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assist staff and patients in developing and implementing a comprehensive program of vocational rehabilitation services that will result in patients’ involvement in employment, skills training or education activities |
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Provide and/or coordinate those pre-vocational and vocational activities, which will help patient, develop and achieve vocational rehabilitation goals and function successfully in competitive employment |
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Masters degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Counseling or Guidance; and one year of experience in the vocational rehabilitation counseling of substance abusers or clients from other disadvantaged populations. |
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CRC a plus |
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Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field: and three years experience as described above. |
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Experience in addiction-methadone |
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Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation casework principles and methods. |
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Knowledge of goals and objectives of alcohol and substance abuse treatment. |
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Basic knowledge of human behavior and the psycho-social dynamics of substance abusers. |
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Knowledge of labor market trends and requirements; knowledge of the skills, abilities and experience required in a wide variety of occupations. |
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Knowledge of available educational, training and employment community resources. |
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Familiarity with the common barriers to employment of former substance abusers, and of ways to overcome these barriers. |
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Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. |
HOW TO APPLY:
Fax resume and cover letter to: 347-649-3078
Or Email resume and cover letter to:
gmalonga@promesa.org or
hrdepartment@promesa.org
Posted 3/22/2011
TITLE: Vocational/Ed Rehab Specialist
Description:
For staff positions at all levels, Palladia, Inc. has recruited persons who are bi-lingual (Spanish/English) people of color. Our philosophy commits us to staffing that represents the community served. All of our staff is trained in culturally specific engagement techniques, working with individuals and families and maintaining respect. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Voc/Ed Specialist is responsible for focusing on "hard skill" development, contribute to the creation and execution of a Service Plan for each Family, and oversee the vocational component of the Plan ensuring that service goals are attained. This position is located in Fox Point. This is a Senior Counselor position; competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Administers ADKINS and SSEC. |
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Meets regularly with treatment team to exchange information and reviews respective problems. |
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Conducts group and individual vocational counseling sessions. |
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Advises clients’ regarding vocational future. |
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Establishes working relations with the Office of Voc/Rehab and other appropriate voc/ed resources. |
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Provides information to training vendors about applicants and their abilities. |
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Conducts career development workshops and provides vocational training workshops to members of the community and will be responsible for linking tenants with appropriate specialized educational and training programs and vocational services in order to enhance employability |
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Develops a resource bank appropriate to the needs and skills of the residents. |
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Attends regular staff meetings, case conferences and training seminars. |
QUALIFICATIONS:
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A Masters degree in rehabilitation counseling or related field with certification by an accredited organization. |
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CRC preferred. |
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Two years experience providing vocational and educational services to individuals and families facing multiple barriers to employment, including the homeless and formerly homeless population and/or a Bachelors degree in related area with three years of experience. |
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Must have familiarity with community resources
Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) is a plus. |
HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply online at
www.palladiainc.org
Veterans Virtual Career Fair
Start Date: June 24, 2011
Time: 11-4pm Eastern Time
Location: Anywhere with internet access
For more info visit:
http://www.veteranscareerfair.com/index.html
