Job Specifics Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Reassignment : Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b / c service as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. Eligible List Appointment : Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter. Section 70.1 Transfer to Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor : Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b / c service in either of the following titles : Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Spanish Language) or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Manual Communications). 55b / c Appointment : These positions are eligible for 55b / c designation and are subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b / c eligibility letter. Provisional Appointment : In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must have the following : Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 1 : Bachelor’s degree or higher AND enrollment in a master's degree program in rehabilitation counseling, counseling, or a related field of study* with courses in rehabilitation, counseling, disability, therapy, health, employment, wellness, or human development as determined by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC). Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 2 : Bachelor’s degree or higher AND completion of 50% of the coursework toward a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, counseling, or a related field of study* with courses in rehabilitation, counseling, disability, therapy, health, employment, wellness, or human development as determined by the CRCC AND one year of service as Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 1 or equivalent. Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor : A current Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) credential as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC); OR a Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling or rehabilitation counseling, including a supervised 600-hour internship in rehabilitation counseling from a Council on Rehabilitation Education accredited program or Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs accredited program; OR a Master's or Doctoral degree in a related field of study* as determined by the CRCC AND eligibility to sit for the CRC certificate examination. Related fields of study include the following : addictions counseling, behavioral health, behavioral science, blindness rehabilitation, child / family studies, communication disorders, counseling, counseling psychology, deaf education, disability studies, educational psychology, guidance and counseling, health services, health studies, human development, human relations, human resources, human services, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation services, school counseling, school psychology, social work, special education, substance use disorders, counseling, vision rehabilitation studies, vocational assessment, and vocational evaluation. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. Employees of ACCES-VR who are currently in a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position and are interested in transferring to a location listed on this flyer MUST apply for the position as outlined in the Application section of this flyer. Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) is seeking candidates for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor positions in the Manhattan District Office. This office assists persons with disabilities to attain employment, educational, and / or independent living goals. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following : Manage a caseload, including writing case notes and maintaining supporting documentation; Determine eligibility; Develop employment goals and Individualized Plans for Employment; Purchase goods and services as needed for individuals to reach their employment goals; Coordinate the resources of the family, community, and specialists; and Determine case closure.

Job Description Division / Unit : Witness Aid Services Unit Job Title : Victim Services Counselor Position Title : Counselor, Spanish Bilingual Salary Range : $, - $, Position Summary : The New York County District Attorney’s Office - Witness Aid Services Unit (WASU) has an opening for a Bi-Lingual Counselor its Witness Aid Services Unit (WASU). In this position the Counselor is responsible for providing counseling and therapeutic services to assist crime victims, witnesses, and their families. Services will be provided in different office locations such as, the Main Office downtown, the Harlem Office and / or the Washington Heights Office. Spanish bilingual required. Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Conduct counseling / therapy sessions in either individual and / or group setting as well as mental health evaluation and concrete needs assessments. Conduct crisis intervention interviews and assist with safety planning. Provide victim support and court accompaniment throughout the criminal justice process. Act as a liaison between victims, families, and Assistant District Attorneys and provide case status information. Follow up contact with victims to monitor their connection to services. Ability to interact effectively with victims, witnesses, families, law enforcement officers and criminal justice personnel. Assist with a range of direct services such as crime victim compensation applications, emergency shelter placements; partner with DANY Advocates for additional concrete services. Collaborate with outside agencies to assist crime victims and facilitate referrals to appropriate agencies. Maintain accurate up to date case files as well as maintain statistics. Will rotate and sit different office locations including the Downtown Office, Harlem Office and Washington Heights when assigned. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications : New York State LMSW / LCSW or LMHC Experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault preferred. Familiarity with the crime victims and / or criminal justice system preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required. Ability to demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and sensitivity to victim issues a must. Ability to handle high caseload and set priorities. Excellent engagement, crisis intervention, and assessment skills required. Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment. Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends. Educational / Licensure Requirements : Master’s degree in Social Work and New York State License required. Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and New York State License required. Preferred Requirements Spanish bilingual required. ASL proficiency a plus. SIFI certified / eligible a plus. One (1) year commitment to the hiring bureau. Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends. How to Apply : Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume. Additional Information : As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov / studentloans. The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. About Us The New York County District Attorney’s Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office’s support staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial, Investigation, and Appeals Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our support staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development. The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. About the Team The Professional Staff Recruitment Team at DANY supports the Office’s initiatives to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. We seek employees that are interested in a career in the public sector and will support the Office’s initiative of Moving Justice Forward. For questions or inquiries, please contact [email protected].

Division / Unit : Witness Aid Services Unit Position Title : Bi-Lingual Counselor Salary Range : $58,430 - $61,750 Position Summary : The New York County District Attorney’s Office - Witness Aid Services Unit (WASU) has an opening for a Bi-Lingual Counselor its Witness Aid Services Unit (WASU). In this position the Counselor is responsible for providing counseling and therapeutic services to assist crime victims, witnesses, and their families. These services may include short term counseling, crisis intervention, community referrals, orientation to the criminal justice system, case status updates, and court support. Services will be provided in different office locations such as, the Main Office downtown, the Harlem Office and / or the Washington Heights Office. Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Conduct counseling / therapy sessions in either individual and / or group setting as well as mental health evaluation and concrete needs assessments. Conduct crisis intervention interviews and assist with safety planning. Provide victim support and court accompaniment throughout the criminal justice process. Act as a liaison between victims, families, and Assistant District Attorneys and provide case status information. Follow up contact with victims to monitor their connection to services. Ability to interact effectively with victims, witnesses, families, law enforcement officers and criminal justice personnel. Assist with a range of direct services such as crime victim compensation applications, emergency shelter placements; partner with DANY Advocates for additional concrete services. Collaborate with outside agencies to assist crime victims and facilitate referrals to appropriate agencies. Maintain accurate up to date case files as well as maintain statistics. Will rotate and sit different office locations including the Downtown Office, Harlem Office and Washington Heights when assigned. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications : New York State LMSW / LCSW or LMHC Experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault preferred. Familiarity with the crime victims and / or criminal justice system preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required. Ability to demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and sensitivity to victim issues a must. Ability to handle high caseload and set priorities. Excellent engagement, crisis intervention, and assessment skills required. Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment. Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends. Educational / Licensure Requirements : Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and New York State License required. Preferred Requirements Spanish bilingual required. ASL proficiency a plus. SIFI certified / eligible a plus. One (1) year commitment to the hiring bureau. Ability to work overtime and flexible hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends. How to Apply : Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume. Additional Information : Pursuant to the Mayor’s Executive Order 75, as of August 2, 2021, all newly hired employees must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered employment with DANY, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved at the time of your on-boarding process. As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at . The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Status : Exempt Position : First-Time Homebuyer Counselor Employee Type : Full-Time, 35 hours per week Unit : NHN Housing Counseling Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN) is seeking a First-Time Homebuyer Counselor to provide pre-purchase counseling and advice to homebuyers in Brooklyn and New York City. Join an experienced, fun, and creative team as we work to advance and protect affordable homeownership in New York City. We offer a great work environment with friendly co-workers who are passionate about their jobs. Our office is centrally located in Park Slope / Gowanus, a diverse neighborhood with easy access to transportation. NHN is a non-profit, community-based organization whose mission is to promote racial justice while empowering low- and moderate-income New Yorkers to fight for, secure, and maintain quality housing and build financial assets. NHN is a HUD-approved housing counseling agency providing homebuyer education and counseling, foreclosure prevention services, and tenant advocacy. NHN is an affiliate of Fifth Avenue Committee, a 45-year-old non-profit comprehensive community development corporation and NeighborWorks America chartered member. NHN staff are eligible to telecommute up to 2 days per week. Some evening and weekend hours will be required on a limited basis. Responsibilities : Homebuyer education : Facilitate first-time homebuyer webinars, both internally at NHN and in collaboration with external partners. Intake and Assessment : Perform intake and assessment of individuals seeking homeownership counseling assistance. Pre-purchase homebuyer counseling : Meet with prospective homebuyers to review their homebuying goals, analyze their credit and finances, develop a homebuying action plan and timeline, help them secure mortgage financing and down payment assistance, and provide ongoing support and advice. Data management : Record, maintain, and track counseling data using NHN’s Salesforce database. Outreach & retention : Play a lead role in building a homebuyer pipeline and driving new participants to the organization through grassroots marketing and networking. Work with Program Director to creatively develop systems to communicate with and provide support to non-ready homebuyers. This may include ongoing social media, developing peer-to-peer support networks, or other methods. Training, knowledge-building, and certification : Attend regular training sessions to be informed of industry trends and receive up-to-date information regarding homebuyer counseling. Obtain HUD-Certification and NeighborWorks NCHEC Certification in Homeownership Counseling. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications : Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience in personal finance, mortgage banking, and / or social services required. Additional experience in pre-purchase homebuyer counseling preferred. HUD-Certified or able to study for and obtain HUD-Certification within 3 months of hire. Excellent interpersonal and strong public speaking skills. Ability to engage with low- and moderate-income homebuyers in a respectful manner. Genuine interest in providing supportive financial coaching and excellent customer service. Able to take direction and work well on a team as well as independently. Highly organized with strong time management skills. Excellent computer skills; adept at leading Zoom webinars; familiarity with Salesforce a plus. Fluency in a second language is helpful, particularly Spanish. Strong commitment to NHN’s missions. Compensation : $59,000 to $65,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience. NHN offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance benefits (following a 60-day waiting period), voluntary flexible spending plan, 403b retirement plan, and paid leave time including 18 vacation days and 12 paid holidays. To Apply : Please email cover letter and resume to [email protected] Indicate First-Time Homebuyer Counselor in the subject line. No phone calls, please. NHN is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). People of color, community residents, and women are strongly encouraged to apply. PI223496693

Description To provide individual and group counseling for drug abuse for residents who are in need of drug treatment. Intake, assessment and case management services, ongoing assessment for program eligibility, monitoring all aspects of care and client services, and psycho-educational classes may be included at discretion of Program Director. Providing alcohol and substance abuse counseling in individual and group formats Facilitate required Cognitive Behavioral Workshops and classes Develop a comprehensive plan of care that meets the needs of the client Provide the client with information on community services and agency services which will address their needs and make the appropriate referrals on behalf of the client Educate client on all areas related to program participation including rights and responsibilities and appeal rights Utilize case management skills, such as brokering, advocacy, monitoring and discharge planning to link clients and their families to resources and services Work closely with client to develop and revise care plans that are client focused and meet client needs Schedule and / or participates in Case Conference with clients / caregivers, service care planning and negotiate agreements Provide discharge planning to dis-enrolled clients to ensure client’s needs are met Maintain client physical file with required forms as per policy Ensure all services are supported by care plan, and case note documentation Ensuring that all court stipulations are met by each resident assigned to the caseload Ensure that the duties of this position are performed in accordance with contract, ACA, licensure, and corporate standards Perform other work related duties as assigned by Supervisor, or Director Experience