The New York City EAP is a confidential, problem-solving program available to all New York City non-uniformed employees and their dependents in addition to the Department of Education (DOE), NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), Department of Correction (DOC) and New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA). The NYC EAP was created to act as a helping hand for NYC employees and their families. It is of utmost importance that NYC employees receive the mental, emotional, and social resources they need to feel healthy and supported in their work.
The NYC EAP is building the necessary staff to offer services to all who request them. NYC EAP will organize and offer programs to assist staff in strengthening their resilience in this challenging field of work; and to address trauma exposure and its impact on staff. NYC EAP will facilitate access to and utilization of appropriate trauma recovery and treatment resources. Together these measures will support staff morale and promote a healthy work culture.
EAP counselor will provide the following services:
• Individual biopsychosocial assessments.
• Crisis counseling and short-term supportive counseling.
• Treatment planning and management of care, including certification of GHI coverage for behavioral health treatment.
• Group counseling.
• Completing appropriate charting to document EAP services.
• Creating and conducting workshops to address the demands of NYC workforce such as, compassion fatigue, secondary trauma, work life balance, stress management, meditation, and mindfulness.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.
Preferred Skills
• 2 or more years of clinical experience.
• Experience in trauma work, substance use treatment, crisis-intervention, and group work.
• Public speaking, presentation and workshop development and execution.
• Master’s Degree in a mental health field (i.e. social work, mental health counselor).
• NY State Licensure or limited permit.
• Candidates must be able to accommodate a Monday – Friday work schedule that includes evening hours, (i.e. two 11AM-7PM shifts.)
To Apply
To apply please submit your resume and cover letter electronically using one of the following methods;
CITY EMPLOYEES: Apply through Employee Self Service (ESS) at nyc.gov/ess
ALL OTHER APPLICANTS: Go to nyc.gov/careers
SEARCH FOR JOB ID#: 599211
Submission of a resume is not a guarantee you will an interview.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a
diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an
individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran
status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
55-a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program.
Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the
position through the 55-a Program.
Public Svc Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF .
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
POSTING DATE
08/18/2023
POST UNTIL
Until Filled
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.