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Work Readiness Counselor

Helio Health
Liverpool, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026
Overview:
The mission of Helio Heath, Inc. is to promote recovery from the effects of substance use and mental health disorders and other health issues. Helio Health is seeking a Work Readiness Counselor for our Elements Program in Liverpool, New York to assist clients in achieving a recovery lifestyle and meet the vocational rehabilitation needs of clients.

Hours
: M-F 8am-4:30pm

Pay:
$23.00/hr. - $25.58/hr.

In addition to Helio Health’s comprehensive benefits package, this position is eligible for a Sign-On incentive up to $1,500!

Responsibilities:
  • Provides individual and group vocational counseling services to include:
    • Assessment of vocational and educational assessments.
    • Facilitates referrals for additional vocational assessments.
    • Treatment planning.
    • Expressive and experiential therapy modalities.
    • Didactic Lectures.
  • Provides job preparation and ongoing job development training.
  • Discharge planning.
  • Record-keeping.
  • Works with community organizations and agencies to enhance Vocational and Living Skills programming.
  • Performs Quality Assurance activities to include:
    • Provides services according to agency policies and procedures and governmental regulations.
    • Evaluates programming and identifies strengths/problems
  • Assists in problem resolution and implementing appropriate program modifications.
  • Participates in committees as assigned.
  • Maintains appropriate program records and statistical accountability.
  • Represents program to the community.
  • Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in counseling or related discipline preferred.
  • Master's degree in counseling or other related discipline preferred.
  • Vocational rehabilitation counseling experience required.
  • QHP preferred but not required.
  • Equivalent alternative combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Knowledge of community educational and vocational resources.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with basic computer applications.
  • Must have a valid NYS Driver's License.
Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package Includes:
  • Health insurance including dental and vision for employees and families.
  • Paid Vacation and Sick leave - No Waiting Period for accruals.
  • Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
  • 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
  • Company paid short-term disability insurance.
  • Company sponsored life insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Helio Health provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, religion, national origin, citizenship, status as a victim of domestic violence, age, military or veteran status, handicap or disability, family medical history or predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, family status, political affiliation, felony conviction record, status as a victim of a crime, or status as an employee who has complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit, or any other categories, status or activity protected by federal, state or local law.
Salary and hourly compensation ranges are provided in accordance with NYS law and are based on Helio Health's good faith belief of what is accurate at the time of posting. Salary and hourly compensation offers are based on candidate's education level and experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager and program.

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