Counselor - PROS
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Community Health -
Social Work
Mental Health, Community Health
Location: City of Syracuse
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift: Day Shift
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (varies depending on client schedule).
Job Title:
Employment Consultant (Employment Counseling)
- Interview, counsel, and evaluate consumers to determine individual work readiness needs
- Collect, analyze, and interpret medical, psychological, educational, social, and employment information regarding each client
- Provide pre‑employment skills training and preparation for consumers both individually and in class settings
- Provide direct client services including case management on and off the job site, advocacy, referrals, benefits planning, group counseling, skills training, ADL’s, transportation, and coordination of services
- Participate in staff and team meetings
- Market to employers in developing employment opportunities and placing clients, including post‑employment follow‑up
- Complete all required documentation
- Be able to work autonomously
- Educate staff about educational and vocational resources in the community
- Oversee referrals and conduct intakes
- High School diploma or GED with 4+ years’ experience in human services, OR
- Associate’s degree with 1–3 years’ experience in human services, OR
- B.S. degree with no required experience; a Liberal Arts degree in a human service‑related field preferred
- Employment Counseling experience is highly desirable
- A valid NYS driver’s license is required
- Participate in orientation and continuing education, maintain knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise, and complete population‑specific competency annually for populations served as identified in scope of care and service
Pay Range: $20.20 – $29.30 per hour.
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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