Employment Counselor (IRAP)

Catholic Charities of Buffalo

5 days ago

Buffalo, New York$23.93/hrFull TimeVocational Rehabilitation

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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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 Catholic Charities of Buffalo as a Employment Counselor (IRAP) – 35 hrs/wk, 25 PTO Days in Buffalo, New York.

Key Responsibilities

up and program evaluation needs Meet quantitative expectations established by the funding sources and agency Engage in professional development and in

service trainings Perform other duties as assigned Comply with the Agency's Compliance Program, Code of Ethics, laws, regulations, and ethical standards applicable to your job duties

Requirements

being of participants. The ability to work with diverse individuals and groups. Able to accept supervision and work well both independently and in teams. Excellent problem

Benefits & Compensation

Hourly rate: $23.93/hr.

25 days PTO.

401(k) with employer match.

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.

Flexible scheduling available.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Catholic Charities of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York.

Key Skills

Case managementJob developmentCareer counselingEmployability assessmentResume developmentConflict resolutionInterpersonal communicationData trackingAdvocacyJob placementLabor market analysisInterviewing skillsProgram evaluationRecord keepingProblem-solving

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Employment Counselor (IRAP) position at Catholic Charities of Buffalo includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Vocational Rehabilitation — Physician Career Context

This Vocational Rehabilitation position at Catholic Charities of Buffalo 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.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $24 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Buffalo, New York.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Case management, Job development, Career counseling, Employability assessment, Resume development, Conflict resolution, Interpersonal communication, Data tracking. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Vocational Rehabilitation role.

Core responsibilities: The Employment Counselor assesses participant employability, develops work plans, and provides comprehensive job development services including resume support and job placement. They also facilitate job readiness classes and maintain case files to meet program evaluation needs.

Benefits package: 35 hours per week, Hybrid/flexible schedule, 25 PTO days per year, 13 paid holidays per year, Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution after six months, Employer-paid life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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