RiseBoro Community Partnership
Prevention Educator/Counselor, Wellness Initiative for Senior Education
RiseBoro Community Partnership, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Prevention Educator/Counselor, Wellness Initiative for Senior Education
Base pay range: $24.41/hr - $27.41/hr
Location: 1474 Gates Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Employer: RiseBoro Community Partnership
Responsibilities
Utilize Evidence Based Practice (EBP) such as curriculum, early intervention, environmental strategies and counseling services as indicated, to seniors (60 years and older)
Attend necessary EBP curricula training sessions in order to become proficient in facilitation with fidelity, and monitor participant attendance to achieve a minimum of 80%
Conduct Screening Brief Intervention Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) as indicated, delineate individual participant's personal goals for development, and complete accurate progress summary notes aligned with designated counseling goals
Submit required documentation promptly every week
Refer participants for support services internally or externally for appropriate services
Assist in outreach efforts to seniors, senior center administrators, and support staff to provide appropriate services
Participate in weekly individual supervision and monthly group case conference/peer supervision sessions as scheduled
Attend community meetings as scheduled to inform stakeholders and constituents of services
Fulfill the designated amount of weekly counseling and EBP sessions as specified
Complete all other assignments and tasks as specified by supervision
Specific Responsibilities Pertaining To The WISE Program Include
Participate in training workshops and webinars as scheduled
Engage in coaching sessions on how to integrate mental health and referrals into work
Identify mental health concerns and deliver brief evidence-based interventions to meet participant’s mental health needs
Maintain proficient use of these mental health support skills
Work towards improving mental health outcomes for participating elders
Collaborate closely with Senior Centers and Service Coordinators to recruit seniors and accept referrals for screening
Competencies
Two years qualifying prevention work experience
Language fluency: Spanish/English or Mandarin/Cantonese/English preferred
Demonstrated experience working with elders in interactive workshop provision and structured activities
Established facilitation skills, networking, and rapport building with elders in conversations about sensitive topics
Possession of a patient, empathic, and extroverted demeanor
Organizational and analytical skills which are informed by the priorities of the prevention program
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programming and internal databases monitoring progress to fulfill program goals
Ability to organize and maintain detailed records, complete necessary paperwork and meet prescribed deadlines
Capability to communicate well verbally and in writing
Adaptability to meeting changing priorities and meeting deadlines
Successful experience providing services to the target population
Provide services in a manner sensitive to the characteristics and cultures of the population of the designated neighborhood
Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g., people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, criminal legal system involved persons, etc.)
Education And Experience Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or other related field, or high school diploma and at least 3 years qualifying experience
Qualifications It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.
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Internship
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Base pay range: $24.41/hr - $27.41/hr
Location: 1474 Gates Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Employer: RiseBoro Community Partnership
Responsibilities
Utilize Evidence Based Practice (EBP) such as curriculum, early intervention, environmental strategies and counseling services as indicated, to seniors (60 years and older)
Attend necessary EBP curricula training sessions in order to become proficient in facilitation with fidelity, and monitor participant attendance to achieve a minimum of 80%
Conduct Screening Brief Intervention Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) as indicated, delineate individual participant's personal goals for development, and complete accurate progress summary notes aligned with designated counseling goals
Submit required documentation promptly every week
Refer participants for support services internally or externally for appropriate services
Assist in outreach efforts to seniors, senior center administrators, and support staff to provide appropriate services
Participate in weekly individual supervision and monthly group case conference/peer supervision sessions as scheduled
Attend community meetings as scheduled to inform stakeholders and constituents of services
Fulfill the designated amount of weekly counseling and EBP sessions as specified
Complete all other assignments and tasks as specified by supervision
Specific Responsibilities Pertaining To The WISE Program Include
Participate in training workshops and webinars as scheduled
Engage in coaching sessions on how to integrate mental health and referrals into work
Identify mental health concerns and deliver brief evidence-based interventions to meet participant’s mental health needs
Maintain proficient use of these mental health support skills
Work towards improving mental health outcomes for participating elders
Collaborate closely with Senior Centers and Service Coordinators to recruit seniors and accept referrals for screening
Competencies
Two years qualifying prevention work experience
Language fluency: Spanish/English or Mandarin/Cantonese/English preferred
Demonstrated experience working with elders in interactive workshop provision and structured activities
Established facilitation skills, networking, and rapport building with elders in conversations about sensitive topics
Possession of a patient, empathic, and extroverted demeanor
Organizational and analytical skills which are informed by the priorities of the prevention program
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programming and internal databases monitoring progress to fulfill program goals
Ability to organize and maintain detailed records, complete necessary paperwork and meet prescribed deadlines
Capability to communicate well verbally and in writing
Adaptability to meeting changing priorities and meeting deadlines
Successful experience providing services to the target population
Provide services in a manner sensitive to the characteristics and cultures of the population of the designated neighborhood
Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g., people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, criminal legal system involved persons, etc.)
Education And Experience Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or other related field, or high school diploma and at least 3 years qualifying experience
Qualifications It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Internship
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Non-profit Organization Management
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