Join Our Team as a Counseling Specialist at Queens Community House About Queens Community House (QCH): 🏡 Queens Community House (QCH) is a dynamic, multi-site, multi-service settlement house dedicated to empowering the vibrant and diverse communities of Queens. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities. We are a modern interpretation of the traditional settlement house, bringing innovative leadership and a passion for social and economic justice to our work. We welcome amazing individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who are inspired by our mission and highly motivated to change lives. 🌍✨ About the Role: 🎓 We are seeking a qualified Counseling Specialist with a strong commitment to social work and educational achievement to join our Learning to Work (LTW) Program at Queens Satellite High School for Opportunity. LTW provides an alternative pathway to graduation for youth ages 16 and older. Funded by the NYC Department of Education and implemented in collaboration with QCH, the program offers students paid internships and career and college readiness seminars. As a Counseling Specialist, you will provide essential support services to students striving to earn their high school diploma. 📚 Key Responsibilities: ✅ + Serve as the primary counseling contact, managing a caseload of at-risk students. + Conduct one-on-one counseling and case management to address academic, social, and personal challenges. + Provide assessments, mental health referrals, and follow-up services. + Facilitate workshops on mental health topics such as stress management and healthy relationships. + Guide students in developing and implementing post-secondary plans. + Maintain accurate records and case notes in Salesforce. + Organize and lead monthly case conferencing meetings. + Engage families to support students’ academic and personal growth. + Collaborate with DOE staff and adhere to school mental health protocols. + Support alumni services and follow up with program graduates. Qualifications: 🎓 Minimum Requirements: + Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field. + At least two (2) years of experience working with youth, preferably in a NYC high school setting. + Experience facilitating group sessions in areas such as leadership, college readiness, and employment opportunities. + Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. + Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate discretion. + Excellent computer skills and willingness to learn new software. Preferred Qualifications: + Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field. + At least two (2) years of supervisory experience. + Experience in program development and community outreach. + Familiarity with Google Forms and Salesforce for tracking student progress. Schedule: 🕗 Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM What You’ll Get: 🎉 Queens Community House offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including: + 🏥 Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage + 💼 403(b) Retirement Plan + 📅 Up to 27 days of annual leave (17 days in the first year) and 12 sick days + 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Paid Family Leave & QCH’s supplement for full-pay benefits + 🌍 Professional Development, Training & Networking Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer: 🤝 Queens Community House, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Drug-Free Workplace. 🚫💊 At QCH, we are a passion-driven, mission-led organization committed to enriching the lives of our diverse community members. If you are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply! 🌟