School to Work Counselor

Unity House of TroyTown 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

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Number of Employees

101-250 employees

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