Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research·Calverton, New York
The counselor coordinates pre-vocational and vocational plans to help patients with substance use disorders achieve employment goals. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, facilitating groups, and establishing relationships with community organizations for training and employment.
Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center!
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - Part Time, Mon/Wed/Fri 8: 30a-4:30p
The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor directs and/or coordinates pre-vocational and vocational plans and activities which will help patients develop and achieve vocational rehabilitation goals and function successfully in competitive employment.
Assist the patient with the development of realistic short- and long-term vocational goals
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to adults served in substance use treatment
Develops and implements appropriate vocational/educational treatment plans with patients incorporating the results of vocational tests and other related information, when available
Promotes vocational services and opportunities through a variety of forums at the clinic level (through staff meetings, bulletin boards, newsletters, etc.)
Initiates team meetings to discuss patient vocational activities when needed
Establishes working relationships with community organizations in the area of education, skills training, and employment to facilitate patient access to services
Prepares monthly and other reports on vocational issues as requested on a timely basis
Facilitate pre-vocational or vocational groups for patients
Provides documentation on all patients seen in a timely manner
Observes the Health Care System’s compliance policies and meets regulatory, licensure, and annual health assessment requirements
Identifies learning strengths and needs; utilizes learning resources
Maintains a communication link with State employment offices, designated agencies, training intuitions, educational intuitions and other agencies that would be a source of securing employment and training.
Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision, and values
This job description is intended to provide general guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
For patient care needs, this is an on-site role. Clearly communicate and exchange information verbally and electronically. Consistent computer and phone, general office equipment use. Generally sedentary, traversing office and facility areas.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation, Counseling, or a related field, and a CASAC certification. A minimum of one year of experience in vocational rehabilitation for substance abusers or disadvantaged populations is required, with CRC preferred.
Market context
In New York, vocational rehabilitation counselor roles for substance use and disadvantaged populations tend to draw steady interest because they require a mix of counseling, rehabilitation, and case-management experience. These positions are competitive when employers prefer CRC credentials and ask for CASAC plus at least one year of relevant experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, since they are pulled from the original posting and can save research time.