Disability Employment Supervisor: Rehabilitation Counselor (C)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Springfield, MA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Central/West Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking a Disability Employment Supervisor (Rehabilitation Counselor C) to provide overall leadership and oversee the performance of Regional Employment Services. The program works with other DDS staff to help individuals secure employment. The position is based in Springfield, Massachusetts, and requires travel to Worcester, Massachusetts. The stated schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday off. Flexibility is required to meet program and area-office needs. DDS creates opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, to participate fully and contribute to their communities. The agency serves more than 43,000 individuals and provides day, employment, and residential supports.

Requirements

At least four years of full-time or equivalent part-time professional experience in social work, social casework, vocational counseling, employment counseling, rehabilitation counseling, or educational counseling, subject to the listed substitutions.
A qualifying bachelor's or higher degree may substitute for required experience according to the education-to-experience ratios and fields specified in the posting.
A master's or higher degree in social work, psychology, human services, rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation counseling, or counseling may substitute for an additional year of experience, on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.
Licensure as a Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor by the Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health Professionals, or certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification, may substitute for the required experience.
Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified. Recommended candidates must complete pre-employment screening, including a CPPD Abuse Registry Search, CORI criminal background check, and fingerprint-based national background check.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision, program leadership, performance monitoring, and evaluation for Rehabilitation Counselor A/B supervisors and Vocational Instructor A/B and C job coaches and job developers, including providing coverage as needed.
Coordinate referrals and manage required databases.
Maintain timely data reporting and billing, and ensure HCSIS reporting requirements are met.
Implement initiatives as directed by the Central/West Assistant Regional Director.
Serve as liaison to Office of Quality Enhancement personnel and stakeholders, including employment collaboratives and community-based professional staff.