Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 2026-01873
State of WyomingAbout the role
Posting number: 2026-01873
Department: Department of Workforce Services
Division: Vocational Rehab - Worland
Job classification: SOVR09 - VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR
Posting type: Open
Categories: Counseling, Rehabilitation Services
Summary
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position interviews and assesses clients to determine individual needs, abilities, and eligibility for services by interpreting medical and psychological evaluations. Responsibilities include providing clients with information regarding available services and eligibility requirements to support informed decision-making and client choice.
The position utilizes vocational assessments, rehabilitation counseling, and supportive services to empower clients in achieving independence and employment goals. Duties include developing rehabilitation plans in coordination with physicians, monitoring client progress, and assisting clients in creating an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) with clearly defined employment outcomes, progress measures, and identified client and counselor responsibilities.
This role collaborates with local school districts and educational institutions to provide transition services for students and youth with disabilities. Additional responsibilities include working with employers to identify appropriate employment opportunities, providing job coaching and training, and delivering post-employment services to help clients maintain successful employment.
The position also conducts financial needs and resource assessments to determine client participation in rehabilitation program costs and provides ongoing counseling throughout the rehabilitation process to ensure client needs are effectively addressed.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
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- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
- Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
- Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
- Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
- and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Ā The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Interviews and assesses clients to determine needs and abilities.
- Interprets medical and psychological evaluations to determine eligibility.
- Provides clients with an overview of services provided and what they may be eligible for to ensure client-informed choices.
- Utilizes vocational assessment and information, along with rehabilitation counseling, to support and empower clients to achieve empowerment and independence.
- Develop a rehabilitation plan in conjunction with Physicians and monitor client progress.
- Works with clients to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment with clearly defined employment outcomes, criteria needed to evaluate progress toward achieving employment, client responsibilities, and counselor responsibilities.
- Collaborates with local school districts and other educational institutions to provide transition services to students and youth.
- Works with employers to find suitable opportunities for clients.
- Provides job coaching skills and training to su
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