Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village. As we have for 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming–now across 15 sites—focusing on a mix of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement.JOB PURPOSEThe Vocational counselor is responsible for coordinating and providing vocational rehabilitation and other employment-related services for a 100-bed residential, trauma-informed, modified therapeutic community for residents being treated for substance use disorder. Services that will be provided are individual and group counseling, referring clients to employment and skills-based training services, legal services as well as budgetingSCOPE OF INFLUENCEDirect client interaction ages 18 and upGlobal Vocational Services, will work with all 3 elements of treatment; stabilization, rehabilitation, and reintegrationPartners with internal and external stakeholdersKEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIESCounseling/Career CounsellingConduct a comprehensive vocational assessment that includes a complete history of employment, training and education activities, comprehensive self-directed search, and the evaluation of the client’s capacity to functionUtilize the results of the comprehensive vocational/educational assessment to develop with the client a vocational rehabilitation plan and provide and/or coordinate those activities to help the client achieve their goalsProvide ongoing individual and group counseling; to help clients make appropriate vocational decisions and assist them toward their established goalsProvide follow-up and post-placement services to clients who are engaging in internships and apprenticeships, competitively employed, or attending educational and or skills training activitiesProvide counseling on budgetingTeach and practice job skills such as interviewing, resume writing, and networkingEvaluate client's educational and work backgrounds in order to help them determine what they need to do next to achieve their goalsHelp clients select the right schools or programs for the individuals needs including sources of financial supportMay work in a team capacity for crisis interventionAssist residents in managing outstanding loans and finesCommunicate with the interdisciplinary team about the client's vocational goals and progressFunction as an integral member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and participate in case conferences and team meetingsReferralsDevelop and maintain linkages with community-based educational, vocational, employment, and support service resourcesRefer clients to appropriate vocational and educational service providers in the communityRefer clients to the appropriate legal services such as the Legal Action Center, Family CourtAdministrative/DocumentationKeep concise and accurate case records of the client’s status and progress; prepare required report forms and keep statistics on patient contacts, referrals and employment, etc.Maintain monthly statistics in conformance with the OASAS Vocational Services Work scope performance objectives and reporting requirements;Communicate employment status with the administrative department to support resident’s compliance with an employment verification formMaintain documentation and monitor resident’s adherence to school and work schedules; reporting any deviation to the clinical and behavioral teamsAssist clients in obtaining all identificationsPerform other related duties as assigned.OtherAttend weekly staff meetingsAttend training as requiredPerform special projects and other duties as assignedJOB REQUIREMENTSRequired KnowledgeMaster’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Counseling, CRC PreferredOne year of experience in career counseling of clients with substance abuse disordersBachelor’s degree with five years' experience in a residential setting, in pursue of Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and CRC.One (1) year of related work experience in a Residential Therapeutic Community setting is strongly preferred.Knowledge of strengths-based counseling, cognitive-behavioral treatment, and behavior modification in practiceWeekend availability required.Ability to multitask and handle challenging situations in a professional and courteous mannerAbility to work professionally and empathetically with a diverse group of clients and staff.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a broad variety of people, including other team members and management.Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.Competency with computer-based programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook email, Relias, and Electronic Health recordsRole Key CompetenciesTeam PlayerFlexibleAdaptableCommunicationPlanning and OrganizingPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to perform duties.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work and the ability to observe, perceive, identify any safety or behavioral concerns while on-premises.Light to moderate lifting is requiredAbility to uphold the demands of working with residential clientele who have a significant history of trauma, substance use disorder, and mental health conditions.Regular, predictable attendance and punctuality is requiredWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, and printers, moderate traffic).Ability to work in an open or confined areaAbility to sit at a computer terminal, stand, or walk for an extended period.Benefits:Generous PTO PolicyCompetitive SalaryMedical & Dental InsurancePension Plan403b Retirement PlansDiscount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, Amusement Parks.EtcFree Gym Membership to our Manny Cantor Center Gym & 14TH ST Y GymDiscounts to programs at Educational AllianceLimitations and DisclaimerThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the positionEEO InfoEducational Alliance is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.Educational Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit