PERT Rehabilitation Counselor - #WWRW0481

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Augusta, WV

About The Position

The PERT Rehabilitation Counselor provides case management and counseling services as part of an individualized rehabilitation program at the Wilson Workforce and Rehabilitation Center (WWRC). The position coordinates services—including education, technical assistance, vocational training and instruction, vocational evaluation, medical and therapeutic services, and assistive technology—to help people with disabilities achieve their desired levels of economic self-sufficiency and independence in accordance with their abilities and informed choices. The counselor develops, implements, and manages vocationally focused services; coordinates Individualized Plans for Employment; and helps customers address disability-related barriers to employment, career advancement, and upward mobility. The role integrates PERT on-site evaluations, transition services, and virtual instruction, and supports a collaborative, client-centered transition process. The counselor leads Monday PERT intakes, co-leads Sunday Credential Week intakes, may substitute for the Center Testing Coordinator, and completes additional assignments as directed. The position includes contact with students, parents, school-based transition staff, service providers, and the public to coordinate services leading to employment for people with disabilities.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or a closely related field, or a current CRC credential.
Considerable knowledge of social, economic, medical, vocational, and emotional issues affecting people with disabilities.
Knowledge of interviewing, evaluation, and counseling techniques.
Knowledge of methods and tools for career counseling and exploration.
Knowledge of ADA compliance requirements.
Knowledge of the transition process and related programs.
Knowledge of the education and rehabilitation needs of youth and young adults with disabilities and their families during the transition process.
Working knowledge of Windows-based computer software.
Collaborative problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and the professional community.
Ability to organize and manage multiple, sometimes unrelated responsibilities in a timely manner, prioritize duties, and exercise responsible judgment with minimal supervision.
Master’s-level transcripts showing the degree award date, or a copy of current certification if applicable, must accompany the application.
Finalists must complete a fingerprint-based criminal history check.

Responsibilities

Provide case management and counseling services supporting individualized rehabilitation services.
Develop, implement, and manage vocationally focused services.
Coordinate Individualized Plans for Employment outlining goals, services, costs, and sponsors.
Support customers in minimizing or adjusting to disability-related barriers to employment, career advancement, and upward mobility.
Integrate PERT on-site evaluations, transition services, and virtual instruction within WWRC.
Promote a proactive, collaborative, client-centered transition process aligned with PERT goals and agency priorities.
Lead Monday PERT intakes and co-lead Sunday Credential Week intakes with fellow counselors.
Substitute for the Center Testing Coordinator when needed.
Document services clearly and concisely, reflecting customer input and meeting federal, agency, and WWRC documentation standards.
Work with customers and service providers to develop employment plans and coordinate timely, effective services.
Monitor customer progress and provide counseling to support successful employment outcomes.
Coordinate services with students, parents, school-based transition staff, service providers, and the public.
Complete other duties, special projects, and assignments as directed by the supervisor.