Southern Tier Independence Center
Access your world.
Position Title
Professional Counselor HR USE ONLY
Date Issued
January 2026 Hour Per Week/
Status
35 hours/week- Full
Time
Date Revised
January 2026
Hourly Rate
$25.00
Reports to
Director of Behavior & Counseling
Services FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Department
Behavior
Location
Broome
Summary
The Counselor provides inclusive counseling services to individuals with disabilities across the lifespan and
their families. This role utilizes talk therapy alongside creative and mindfulness-based modalities to meet
diverse needs and co-occurring conditions.
Education and Experience
1. Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
2. Must hold current and valid New York State licensure (e.g., LMHC, LMSW, or LCSW).
3. Minimum of one year experience providing counseling or therapy services.
4. Experience or strong interest in working with individuals of all ages
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Strong commitment to the independent living philosophy, Person Centered Planning, consumer choice and
integration of people with disabilities into all aspects of community life.
2. Familiarity with a broad range of disabilities, including intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental health
diagnoses, and physical or sensory impairments.
3. Ability to effectively interact and work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
4. Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point).
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including documentation and collaboration with
interdisciplinary teams.
6. Experience facilitating group sessions or family support work
7. Certification or training in creative therapeutic techniques (e.g. expressive arts therapy, play therapy, CBT
skills, mindfulness practices).
8. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
9. Ability to multi-task and work effectively in both a team and individual setting.
10. Strong foundation in person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches.
11. Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable and insured vehicle, and compliance with all applicable state
regulations, including required vehicle inspections and driving record checks. Accommodations may be
provided for employees who provide travel training on public transportation or telehealth.
Essential Job Functions
1. Provide counseling to consumers with all types of disabilities, and all ages, and/or their families (including
any combination of co-occurring conditions).
2. Ability to use talk therapy in combination with creative modalities such as art, play, music, or mindfulness.
3. Comply with all STIC policies and procedures, as well as NYS Education Law Article 154 Social Work
requirements and the Social Workers Code of Ethics.
