Prevention Specialist (Counselor)
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities Inc as a Prevention Specialist (Counselor) – Flexible Schedule in United States. Summary The Prevention Counselor is directly responsible for the delivery of Prevention services to the target populations. This position reports directly to the Senior Counselor.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducts assessments and Intakes.
- Development and implementation of service plans.
- Provides individual, group counseling and rap sessions.
- Conducts workshops.
Requirements
- CPS or CPP; or CASAC
- T with 1+ years of experience in the provision of prevention services, meeting the 60 hour Prevention specific trainings, and actively working towards obtaining CPS/CPP certification.
- Must have computer skills.
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check, obtain clearance from the Office of Children and Family Services and be drug free. We offer a comprehensive
Benefits & Compensation
- 27 days PTO.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities Inc in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Prevention Specialist (Counselor) position at Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Prevention Counseling — Physician Career Context
This Prevention Counseling position at Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in New York.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Counseling, Case management, Assessment, Intake, Workshop facilitation, Drug education, Evidence based programs, Record keeping. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Prevention Counseling role.
Core responsibilities: The Prevention Counselor is responsible for delivering prevention services, including conducting assessments, facilitating counseling sessions, and leading community workshops. They also manage service plans, maintain accurate records, and act as a liaison between referral sources.
Benefits package: Health Insurance (Cigna), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 15 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 1 Floating Holiday, 401k with 3% match, Short Term Disability. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Protective Factors (1)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
9d ago