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SUMMARY The Recovery Support Career Counselor works as an active and integral member of MassHire Berkshire Career Center\'s Special Populations Department. The Career Counselor is responsible for the direct delivery of program services to dislocated workers to support the National Health Dislocated Worker Grant to mitigate the impact of the opioid crisis on the Berkshire County workforce. Many customers served have significant barriers to entering the workforce. The Career Counselor will provide detailed career assessments, career counseling, case management, workshop presentations, work readiness facilitation, and establish short-term and long-term career goals. The Career Counselor will develop relationships with area businesses with the goal of providing internships, employment opportunities, training assistance, and assisting in entering post-secondary education. In addition, the Career Counselor will actively engage in work experience site development, internships, post-secondary education, training, and employment services outlined in the program(s) scope of services. The Recover Support Career Counselor may occasionally work hours outside traditional workday to support program needs. DURATION OF EMPLOYMENT: Grant Operational Period runs through September 30, 2025. There is a possibility of extending into future years pending availability of funding, consistent service delivery and program performance. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor\'s degree desired or combination of education and experience demonstrating sufficient competency to fulfill position duties and responsibilities. Experience in Workforce Development, partnership building, and working with a diverse population a plus. Lived experience strongly preferred. Must have knowledge of or experience working with individuals impacted by substance use. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions; ability to write complex correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio, percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions; ability to deal with problems involving complex variables. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of internet, Windows, MS Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid driver\'s license and reliable vehicle are required. Travel will be required. Specialized Training: Recovery Coach Training and Naloxone Administration Training are required for this position and will be provided for those who have not previously completed the required courses. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}