Counselor 1 Supported Employment

Georgia Department of Revenue•Savannah, GA

7d•$55,000 - $57,750•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities to facilitate competitive and integrated employment outcomes. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of related experience
One (1) year of at the lower-level Economics Support Cons 2 (SSP051) or position equivalent.
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Services, Education, Special Education or a related field AND two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation counseling, social work, or a closely related behavioral or social science field from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in a related field (Psychology, Sociology, Social Services, Education, Special Education, etc.)
CRC Credential in good standing
Special Education Certification in active status
Experience providing Supported Employment services

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains referral sources.
Conducts interviews with VR participants (potentially eligible students, applicants, and clients).
Reviews and interprets education, vocation, psychological and medical information.
Travels within caseload assignment area to meet with individuals, providers, partners and other outreach.
Assists in determining eligibility, identifying order of selection, conducting a comprehensive needs assessment, and developing an individualized plan for employment, authorizing services.
Counsels and guides participants throughout the rehabilitation process, including establishing employment goals, facilitating job search efforts, maintaining contact with clients, and moving the case to closure.
Monitors client movement and ensures timely provision of services.
Documents accurately and timely in AWARE (client information system).
Observes rules of confidentiality as stated by departmental guidelines in the dissemination and interpretation of test results and other case file information.
Provides information to educate the public, other agencies, vendors, and potential customers about rehabilitation services.
Enters accurate participant data in the client information system at the direction of the counselor, as well as captures reporting data.
Processes and monitors authorizations and invoices for rehabilitation services in accordance with policies and procedures.