AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Currently seeking a Guidance Counselor for the AHRC Middle/HS in Dyker Heights. 

Address: 1201 66th Street Brooklyn, NY 11219

Benefits of working for AHRC NYC:

• Paid time off
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Referral Program
• Professional Development
• & more

Role Description:

• Full Time | Monday-Friday
• Hours: 8:00 A.M-4:00 P.M
• 10 month program with a 30 day session
• Interviews families; conducts/reviews social case histories.
• Provides direct support service to individual students, small groups and classrooms; provides counseling services as mandated.
• Treats psychological disorders and adaptive delays to effect improvement and provides counseling to students and/or families.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary and child/student study teams in developing treatment programs for students.
• Provides in-service training and workshops for staff and for families.
• Provides counseling for families.
• Collaborates in the integration of transition activities and development of transition goals.
• Refer individuals/families to appropriate resources for needed services and post-secondary options
• Performs all duties necessary for compliance and relevant regulations governing service provision, including record-keeping.
• If bi-lingual, must be able to translate, write reports, and speak fluently with parents and/or students in their preferred language.
• Member of various department wide education and / or agency committees.
• Provides services to students in a legal and ethical manner.

Annual Salary: $79,760-$81,946

Salaries commensurate with years of experience.

• NYS Certification Pupil Personnel Services –Guidance Counselor
• Ability to work effectively with staff and students with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and appropriate therapeutic intervention techniques.
• Ability to communicate and develop cooperative working relationships with staff, families and other agencies.
• Ability to establish and maintain statistical and data records pertaining to stated responsibilities

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.