Employment Counselor

Job Details

Job Location

Saratoga Springs-UP - Saratoga Springs, NY

Education Level

High School/GED

Salary Range

$23.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Over 50%

Job Shift

Mixed Day & Evening

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position SummaryThe incumbent for this position will provide employment services to assist individuals who are searching for career opportunities, or may be looking for support in their current roles.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Employees are expected to be awake and alert while working.

• Supports the development and customization of resumes, cover letters, and thank you letters.

• Work with participants to develop and hone interviewing skills (including disclosing disabilities and discussing accommodations if applicable) with employers. Develop a placement or job-searching plan in accordance with the participant’s vocational interests and abilities.

• Assess and assists participants with any needed job-seeking skills including, but not limited to, locating employment opportunities and supporting them to complete job applications. When possible, this role will provide individuals with interview and general presentation feedback gained from prospective employers. Offer skills development coaching as needed.

• Networking with employers

• Finding out transportation options (if they don't drive).

• Writing case notes daily and complete monthly reports

• After the individual has successfully found employment, the ES trains them on how to complete their job tasks, get acclimated at their job, and any additional training.

• Maintain a safe environment for the Golden Club participants and work with them to develop independent living skills such as cooking, crafting, and socialization as well as assist in transportation as needed.

• Develop a monthly recreation calendar and news letter for the Golden Club and develop a weekly supply list so to obtain and pick up donations.

• Work with the team to plan activities, weekly outings and find social activities in the community.

• Networking within the community and communicate with other providers to ensure the best interest of each member.

  QualificiationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperienceThis position requires a Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university as required by OMH and ACCES-VR contracting agencies.

   

  Certification / LicensureThe position requires a Driver’s License

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

If you want a rewarding career where you make a positive impact on children and their families, we want to talk to you! At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives while also strengthening our community.

We are a family of human service agencies united in our passion to helping children, families, and adults reach their potential. Northern Rivers coordinates the quality of care, depth of programs, and combined size and passion for the mission to provide care for more than 18,000 people each year in 41 counties throughout New York State . If you’ve got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services!

Our employees receive generous paid time off, an expansive health care package, tuition reimbursement, loan repayment assistance, free training/CEU opportunities, and much more!

Apply today to become part of our team!

Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff, and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work here at Northern Rivers!