Counselor In Charge (CIC)

State of North Carolina•Columbus, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This Rehabilitation Counselor in Charge (CIC) position is in the Whiteville Satellite Office and is housed at East Columbus High School. The selected candidate will provide day-to-day supervision for the satellite offices in Columbus County and provide casework supervision for two school caseloads.

Requirements

Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor OR Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Successful completion of the agency requirements for independent counselor status.

Nice To Haves

Good interpersonal skills and experience working with people with disabilities.
Knows VR policy/procedure and can train and work with inexperienced counselors.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

Provide direct casework supervision to 2 Rehabilitation Counselor assisting with job development, job placement and other services needed to complete a rehabilitation plan for employment for high school student in transition.
Administrative management tasks to include casework approvals to ensure quality service delivery for the assigned coverage area
Budget development and performance management/improvement
Staff development/training, and consultation/technical assistance to subordinate staff
Community Outreach to promote agency awareness
Foster collaborative relationship with local school systems
Work may include other related assignments as determined by Unit Manager