Career Counselor- The College Experience Program Capital Region (Albany/Rensselaer/Schenectady/Saratoga counties), NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+WASHINGTON+AVENUE+Ext+ALBANY+NY+USA+12203) DescriptionLiving Resources is a non-profit human services agency. Our core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.Living Resources works with, and for, families by providing peace of mind. All employees are to be respectful and supportive of families. We are working with them as partners, providing care and services.To work for Living Resources is to make a difference in the lives of others. Living Resources provides individuals with disabilities and special needs the support they need to thrive and lead active, full lives. For many Living Resources employees, their work becomes an experience where they find fulfillment and develop both personally and professionally.The role of the Career Counselor is to provide vocational services to individuals participating in Living Resources’ College Experience Program (CEP). The College Experience Program is a two year certificate program that prepares individuals with disabilities for independent living and competitive employment. Through classroom instruction and practical work experiences, the Career Counselor’s goal is to help students acquire the skills needed for success in a competitive work environment. In addition to teaching employment-based curriculum, the Career Counselor will place students in internships in the Capital Region and provide on-the-job supports to help them learn & perform their duties. The position requires close collaboration with OPWDD, Care Coordination Organizations, employers, family members, and other support networks. Duties include the following :1) Teach employment-based curriculum to CEP students2) Collaborate with the Career Counselor and Business Liaison to plan for and secure internships, assessments, and job shadow opportunities for students3) Provide individualized job coaching supports, including career exploration, resume development, interview preparation, completion of applications, travel training, assistance learn job tasks, and other on-the-job supports4) Complete all SEMP and ACCES-VR documentation5) Complete all components of the OPWDD Employment Training Program’s Discovery and enrollment process: observation, community-based work assessments, career exploration, job development plan, etc.Requirements
Associates or Bachelor’s Degree and at least one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Experience as a teacher or educator preferred.
Strong case management skills.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Familiarity with OPWDD’s Employment Training Program preferred but not required.
BenefitsWe offer great benefits including Paid Training, Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, Health Reimbursement Accounts, Payment in Lieu of Health Insurance, Tuition Assistance, Retirement Programs and we have a Free On-Site Fitness Center in our main office in Albany!There are also opportunities to advance within our agency!Salary Description$23-26/hour