Rehabilitation Counselor 2

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform:

• Assessing individuals’ rehabilitative needs and coordinating necessary psychosocial, educational, and/or vocational services.
• Monitoring and documenting progress toward established goals and objectives.
• Determining what changes have occurred as a result of treatment plan.
• Assuring compliance with recordkeeping requirements.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy:

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service field and 3 years of professional experience providing vocational, psychosocial, or rehabilitative/habilitative services in an agency primarily serving individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities, mental illness, or addictions.
• Substitution: Master’s degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.

Alternative qualifications:

• Candidates can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on the current Rehabilitation Counselor 2 eligible list.
• Candidates from within State Service can be considered for transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy:

• All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
• This position is eligible for a Downstate adjustment of $4,000.
• Background checks will be required.