Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor / Counselor-In-Charge

State of North Carolina

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor, serving as a Counselor-in-Charge, position is part of the Sylva VR/IL Unit and is located in the Waynesville satellite office in Haywood County. This position will provide leadership in the Waynesville office and is responsible for organizing and directing the daily supervision of counselors and assigned staff, casework, and providing leadership within the unit. The CIC will assist the Unit Manager with work which involves planning, implementing, and evaluating the technical and administrative components of a diverse rehabilitation program consisting of multiple caseloads, third-party programs, and a limited number of specialized rehabilitation programs. This position manages a caseload serving adults with disabilities in Haywood County.

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 Counsel or Certification (CRCC), and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Necessary Special Requirement: Successful completion of the agency requirements for independent counselor status.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state policies/regulations governing the delivery of rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities
• Demonstrated experience mentoring, coaching, and training staff in a supportive manner
• Knowledge of building and maintaining effective working relationships with consumers, families, and other professional and specialty providers
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

• Providing direct case management supervision to Rehabilitation Counselors and support staff providing consumer services required to complete rehabilitation plans for employment
• Performing administrative management tasks to include casework approvals to ensure quality service delivery for the assigned coverage area, budget development, and performance management
• Providing and scheduling staff development training, consultations and action plans to enhance staff and program performance
• Providing assigned caseload coverage and assisting with coverage for vacant caseloads
• Fostering collaborative relationships with community and partner agencies and other service partners to enhance employment opportunities for people with disabilities

Benefits

• The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.
• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees