Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC)
State of OregonAbout the role
Initial Posting Date:
08/18/2025Application Deadline:
08/29/2025Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4,833 - $7,407Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC)Job Description:
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Opportunity awaits!
Imagine being a guiding light for those in need. You have an opportunity to embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect as you build trust during difficult moments. Make a difference in people's lives today!
Summary of Duties
As a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC), you will:
Perform all the functions necessary to manage a full caseload and to contribute to VR performance measures.
Assure that state, federal, and agency standards for compliance, timelines, and quality are met for all cases.
Use automated case management system (ORCA) to enter, update, and retrieve client information in a timely and accurate manner.
Screen, interview, and evaluate medical and psychological information to determine potential eligibility for services.
Gather and evaluate pertinent materials to provide necessary vocational counseling and guidance to determine the nature and scope of services needed to achieve the stated vocational goal and the employment outcome.
Develop and implement rehabilitation plans with each client and track progress through successful termination of case.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling OR be certified by either the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), the Certified Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist (CIRS), OR the Certification of Disability Management Specialists Commission as a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), AND six months full-time work experience providing vocational rehabilitation-related services.
OR
A Master's degree in psychology, counseling, or a field related to vocational rehabilitation (such as one that promotes the physical, psychosocial, or vocational well-being of individuals with disabilities) AND one-year full-time work experience providing vocational rehabilitation-related services.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as one that promotes the physical, psychosocial, or vocational well-being of individuals with disabilities AND two years of full-time work experience vocational <
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