School to Work Counselor

Unity House of Troy • Town of Colonie, NY

12d

About The Position

New employment opportunity with Northeast Career Planning at Unity House of Troy for a Student to Work Counselor.

Key role in assisting youth with disabilities or mental health challenges with transitioning from high school to work or onto furthering their education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Experience with IPS, supported employment and or working with youths with disabilities or mental health conditions referred.
• Valid and clean NYS driver license.
• Must be able to travel locally.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team as well as independently.
• Must be able to arrive on time and complete all reports on time.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement vocational and transitional programs aligned with the IPS model.
• Participate in IEP and ITP meetings to develop individualized transition plans.
• Collaborate with educators, mental health professionals, and families to integrate vocational goals with therapeutic support.
• Focus on competitive employment through vocational and mental health services available.
• Develop individual job searches and job development.
• Develop relationships with local businesses and training institutions.
• Conduct employer outreach to identify job opportunities tailored to student/youth’s interests.
• Educate employers about accommodations and supports available through the IPS model.
• Assist in exploring mainstream education and vocational training programs.
• Advise on financial aid applications (e.g., FAFSA), disability services, and academic planning for those continuing their education.
• Provide coaching on study skills, time management, and navigating campus resources

Benefits

• Generous time off benefits including 13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year)
• 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Major medical leave
• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
• 403b (you can contribute right away) company contributions begins after one year of employment
• Tuition reimbursement
• 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place.
• Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees