Casework Associate I / Human Services Coordinator

State of North Carolina•Hickory, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Casework Associate I position is located in the Hickory VR/IL Unit Office in Catawba County. The primary purpose of this position is, under the supervision of the Unit Manager or designee, to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help consumers overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program served from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in an area related to program that provides experience in techniques of casework or counseling; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities
Knowledge of or experience with case management
Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting

Responsibilities

Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services
Developing and implementing written plans of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian
Providing rehabilitation services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling
Monitoring the consumer’s progress throughout the service delivery process
Working directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed
Documenting service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy