Rehabilitation Counselor

State of North Carolina•Wake County, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Counselor works for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) in Raleigh, Wake County. The role helps individuals with disabilities achieve career and independent-living goals through counseling, individualized planning, and coordinated services that address disability-related barriers and support obtaining and maintaining gainful employment. The position provides direct services to individuals with disabilities who face barriers to employment, under the authority of Section 12(c) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. The position is funded in part through federal funds. The listed salary range is $43,267–$75,718, with a recruitment range of $57,000–$67,606. A trainee who has not yet met the education requirements may be hired at a lower salary, with salary progression as the necessary education and experience are obtained. The minimum qualification is a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution, a master’s degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution, or current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.

Requirements

Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution; or
Master’s degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution; or
Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of or experience in case management.
Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or underserved or marginalized populations.
Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting.

Responsibilities

Evaluate professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services.
Develop a written service plan in conjunction with the consumer, parent, and/or guardian.
Provide rehabilitation services within a guidance and counseling relationship, including supportive counseling.
Monitor consumer progress throughout service delivery.
Work directly with community partners to help individuals with disabilities become suitably employed.
Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system in accordance with agency policy.