What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Specialist position at Care Counseling Center?
Job Summary
Care Counseling Center, LLC – New York, NY (On-site) Full-Time | Minimum 5 Years Job Placement Experience Required
Care Counseling Center, LLC is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Vocational Specialist to support our clients in preparing for employment, developing job readiness skills, and securing meaningful job opportunities. The ideal candidate has proven results in job placement, strong connections within employment networks, and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including individuals involved in the criminal justice system.
We are looking for a closer, not just a counselor.
Your success will not be measured by how many resumes you edit, but by how many patients receive a paycheck.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with recruiters, employers, and partner organizations.
- Track available job openings and understand the qualifications employers are seeking.
- Communicate with job seekers to identify their interests, expectations, salary goals, and career aspirations.
- Provide individualized career counseling and guide clients toward appropriate career paths.
- Assist clients in creating professional resumes and preparing for interviews, including mock interview practice.
- Support clients in meeting job readiness requirements and strengthening employability skills.
- Identify and secure grants or resources that can help clients obtain OSHA and other workplace certifications.
- Maintain updated knowledge of local job markets, hiring trends, and sector-specific opportunities.
- "Pitch" our candidates to employers using the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) and Federal Bonding Program as incentives.
- Manage ACCES-VR paperwork (VR-740) to secure funding for uniforms, Metrocards, and tools.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in job placement, vocational services, or workforce development.
- Demonstrated ability to meet goals and deliver measurable outcomes.
- Existing connections with employment networks and employers.
- Up-to-date knowledge of job openings across multiple sectors and ability to use all major job information sources.
- Experience working with criminal justice system-involved individuals (preferred).
- Strong understanding of HR practices, recruitment procedures, and job qualification standards.
- Familiarity with a wide range of professions, required credentials, and industry expectations.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Clinical Dual Credential: CASAC, LMSW, or LMHC is a major plus.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.93 - $31.22 per hour
Expected hours: 14 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $31