Job Summary
This position focuses on delivering clinical counseling services to members of the FDNY and their families, tackling a variety of social, emotional, and substance abuse challenges. The counselor will engage in comprehensive intake interviews and assessments while managing a weekly caseload of around 25 client appointments.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical counseling services to FDNY personnel and their family members.
- Address issues related to social dynamics, emotional well-being, and substance abuse.
- Conduct intake interviews to understand clients’ needs and backgrounds.
- Perform thorough assessments to evaluate client situations and develop appropriate interventions.
- Manage a caseload of approximately 25 clients per week, ensuring timely and effective counseling sessions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling is required.
- At least two years of relevant experience in a clinical counseling setting.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills to conduct diagnostic assessments.
- Ability to implement effective interventions based on clients’ needs.
City of New York provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
