Counselor Assistant

EAST HOUSE CORPORATION·City of Rochester, New York

$19 - $20/hrPart Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 1 day ago

Practice for this role

Counselor Assistant · $19 - $20/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-24% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in City of Rochester, New York ($25.00/hr, n=85)

88 similar openings in the City of Rochester area · median $25.00/hr

$16.50/hr · lowesthighest · $200/hr

this role: $19.00/hrmedian $25.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 85 posted behavioral health roles in City of Rochester, New York rates. This role sits in the 19th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 24% below the City of Rochester, New York median for behavioral health roles.

Provide guidance, coaching, and support to individuals recovering from substance addiction and mental health issues. Coordinate services with staff and external providers while assisting clients with appointments and treatment recommendations.

Description Counselor Assistants make difference in recovery You can be part of the difference that East House makes each day with individuals working through substance addiction and mental health recovery.

East House helps thousands of clients and their families that are seeking residential and career support while in their recovery process both in residential programs and throughout the community.

As a Counselor Assistant, you will be responsible for providing services that help guide clients to achieving their goals.

This role partners with clients, East House staff and external providers to coordinate services.

You will play an essential role as a Counselor Assistant in coaching and teaching within the scope of the programs service.

The Counselor Assistant teaches, provides support and assists in the daily upkeep of the environment, assists clients with follow through with appointments and assists with treatment recommendations.

Counselor Assistant Compensation

The East House workplace is focused on diversity and inclusion with a group of supportive peers who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people they work with. East House offers a competitive compensation and benefits program with wages starting at $19.00 per hour.

Counselor Assistant Benefits

The East House benefits package includes a choice of two affordable HMO medical plans, generous paid time off, a choice of two vision plans, a dental plan, a 401(k) plan with company match and annual safe harbor contribution, short term and long term disability insurance, company paid and optional employee life insurance, flexible spending accounts, financial assistance for employee education and training, employee discount programs, paid mileage, paid holidays, and 35 hours per week.

Counselor Assistant Requirements

An East House Counselor Assistant is required to a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years human services experience. Valid NYS motor vehicle license, safe driving record and availability of a personal use vehicle for work.

To apply visit

https://www.easthouse.org/careers

East House Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. East House Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $19 - $20/hr
Location: City of Rochester, New York
Posted: Sep 16, 2026
Application: Employer website

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