Vocational Services Specialist

Educational Alliance

Vocational Services Specialist coordinating vocational rehabilitation and employment-related services for a residential treatment facility. Delivering counseling, job placement, and employer engagement activities.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $0 - $27 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct employment readiness and vocational assessments for all new clients
Develop person-centered employment and career plans
Deliver ongoing 1:1 counseling and group vocational sessions
Provide resume development, application support, and interview preparation
Facilitate job matching and placement activities
Conduct post-placement follow-ups at 6-day, 30, 60, and 90-day milestones
Build and maintain relationships with local employers across industries
Establish and document new employer partnerships each quarter
Conduct outreach and business engagement activities
Educate employers on recovery-friendly workplace practices
Collaborate with OASAS job development resources and statewide initiatives
Deliver services across all OASAS-certified programs in Manhattan
Provide on-site or virtual services to partner agencies
Coordinate with clinical and case management teams for integrated care
Participate in monthly meetings with the OASAS Technical Assistance Liaison
Attend required OASAS trainings and align with statewide workforce strategies
Maintain client-level tracking of services and outcomes
Complete required monthly OASAS reporting
Ensure all reporting uses unique identifiers (no PII)
Maintain compliance with grant deliverables and data collection standards
Maintain compliance with 42 CFR Part 2 confidentiality requirements
Ensure services are non-duplicative of other OASAS-funded vocational services
Participate in supervision and professional development activities
Attend weekly staff meetings
Attend training as required
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Counseling, CRC Preferred
Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders
Knowledge of workforce development systems and employment services
Demonstrated experience in job placement, counseling, or case management
Knowledge of labor market trends and workforce systems
Access VR credential or experience
One year of experience in career counseling of clients with substance abuse disorders
Knowledge of strengths-based counseling, cognitive behavioral treatment and behavior modification in practice
Weekend availability required
Ability to multitask and handle challenging situations in a professional and courteous manner
Ability to work professionally and empathetically with a diverse group of clients and staff
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a broad variety of people
Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality
competency with computer based programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook email, Relias, and Electronic Health records.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous PTO Policy
Competitive Salary
Medical & Dental Insurance
Pension Plan
403b Retirement Plans
Discount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, Amusement Parks.Etc
Free Gym Membership to our MCC Fitness & 14 TH ST Y Gym
Discounts to programs at Educational Alliance

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

employment readiness assessmentsvocational assessmentsjob placementcounselingcase managementresume developmentinterview preparationstrengths-based counselingcognitive behavioral treatmentbehavior modification

Soft Skills

multitaskingprofessionalismempathyeffective communicationrelationship buildingconfidentialitycourtesyorganizational skillsteam collaborationproblem-solving

Certifications

Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation CounselingMaster’s Degree in CounselingCertified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)Access VR credential