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Counselor

Transitional Services, Inc.
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/30/2027

Who We Are:

TSI, an Equal Opportunity Employer, employs nearly 190 individuals, each of whom contributes greatly to the overall success of our mission. We pride ourselves on our high standards and offering ample professional development and advancement opportunities! Our entire team is committed to helping the individuals in our care. Those who are looking to make a positive impact in others’ lives are strongly encouraged to apply!

As a nonprofit organization, Transitional Services, Inc. is an eligible employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. PSLF offers qualifying employees the opportunity to have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after meeting program requirements.

What you'll do

Provide on-site support and supervision to residents in a group home or apartment building setting. Provides instruction with budgeting, community utilization, socialization, use of leisure time, and activities of daily life. Provide trauma-informed crisis management and intervention resulting in positive outcomes. Ability to engage group of residents with mental illness and build supportive relationships

The Counselor I provides services to adults who are diagnosed with a mental illness and substance use disorder. The Counselor I will assist in facilitating groups, providing training, and acting as a resource for substance use disorder topics.

Qualifications

Must possess 1 of 2

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Education, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field
  • Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field; and one year paid direct service experience in a mental health or human services setting

Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable personal automobile, pass all background and drug clearances.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Our Inclusion Commitment

TSI’s mission is to help the individuals in our care live more independent lives. To achieve this, we put people at the heart of everything we do. Whether related to accessibility, gender identification, race, ethnicity, age, or sexual orientation, it’s important to find intentional ways to grow in our understanding and support of others. It is our aim to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Generous paid vacation time off
  • Paid sick time off
  • Healthcare: monthly allowance covers up to 100% of premiums
  • Dental rider available
  • Vision rider available
  • Cancer insurance rider available
  • 403(b) Thrift Plan
  • Tax-deferred annuity plan available
  • Medical care and child care reimbursement account options

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • 35 hours per week

Starting annual salary $50,900

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.97 - $29.83 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,900

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