Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Adult Caseload) - #ARS00085 (Previous applicants need not reapply)

 

 

Title: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Adult Caseload) - #ARS00085 (Previous applicants need not reapply)

State Role Title: Counselor II

Hiring Range: Starting minimum $56,372 commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs

Location: Aging & Rehab Svcs

Agency Website: https://www.dars.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

"Love helping others unlock their potential and thrive in work and life? Join our team and make a real impact every day!

Why Join Us?
✅ Purpose-driven work
✅ Inclusive, supportive teams
✅ Great state benefits

 

Job Duties:

*This position is subject to close 10-business days (excluding holidays) from the opening date”.

In partnership with people with disabilities, the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) assists individuals with disabilities to make informed choices that will maximize their employment through coordinated service delivery. DRS staff will assist the Virginia Career Works Network to deliver quality workforce services to individuals with disabilities who want to work and employers seeking to hire them.

DARS is seeking to fill a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (Adult Caseload) to provide comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services in compliance with federal/state laws and agency policies/procedures that result in employment and enhanced independent living. Core services may include guidance and counseling, employment training, education, physical/mental restoration, and job placement services. Caseload consists of adults with disabilities.

Other duties/special projects as assigned. Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.

The caseload will serve adults with disabilities in the City of Richmond, Henrico County and surrounding areas as needed.

 

Job Duties:

“This position is subject to close 10-business days (excluding holidays) from the opening date”.

In partnership with people with disabilities, the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) assists individuals with disabilities to make informed choices that will maximize their employment through coordinated service delivery. DRS staff will assist the Virginia Career Works Network to deliver quality workforce services to individuals with disabilities who want to work and employers seeking to hire them.

DARS is seeking to fill two Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (Adult Caseload) to provide comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services in compliance with federal/state laws and agency policies/procedures that result in employment and enhanced independent living. Core services may include guidance and counseling, employment training, education, physical/mental restoration, and job placement services. Caseload consists of adults with disabilities.

Other duties/special projects as assigned. Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.

The caseload will serve adults with disabilities in the City of Richmond, Henrico County and surrounding areas as needed.  

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

In accordance with 34 CFR 361.10, 34 CFR 361.11, and Virginia’s Combined State Plan under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), applicants are required to have a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or a closely related field. Applicants within a semester of completing their master's may also be considered. Transcripts must accompany the application, and they must display the date that the degree was awarded.

Demonstrated knowledge of the social, economic, medical, vocational, and emotional issues impacting persons with disabilities; interviewing, evaluation, and counseling techniques; methods and tools for career counseling and exploration.

Additional Considerations:

• Current CRC credential.
• Knowledge of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance requirements.
• Skilled in Windows based computer usage and the ability to learn proprietary software for case management/case documentation purposes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers