BronxWorks is a large social services organization with over 25 sites, serving individuals and families, from toddlers to seniors in the Bronx. We have maintained steady growth since 1972 and are one of the premier nonprofits in New York City. Learn more about BronxWorks and our many programs at www.bronxworks.org.We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. BronxWorks is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and service provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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The Harm Reduction, Recovery Readiness and Relapse Prevention program at BronxWorks provides services for HIV+ individuals struggling with issues related to substance use and also offers rapid HIV testing at BronxWorks drop-in center for the homeless, the Living Room. The temporary Harm Reduction counselor would mostly facilitate groups, including groups about recovery readiness, relapse prevention, and strengthening coping skllls to address health, stress and other issues facing PLWH/A. The counselor would also provide some individual sessions to address individual needs of program participants. Responsibilities of the counselor include entering services provided into the computer-based documentation system, e-SHARE. In addition, the counselor would help with intakes for people getting tested for HIV at the drop-in center for the homeless.