Rehabilitation Counselor

State of North Carolina•Wake County, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Counselor works in Raleigh, Wake County, and assists individuals with disabilities in achieving career and independent living goals. The position provides counseling, develops individualized plans, and coordinates services to help clients address disability-related barriers and obtain and maintain gainful employment. It provides direct services to individuals with disabilities who face barriers to employment and is funded in part through federal funds. The role is within the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD), which promotes employment and independence through customer partnership and community leadership. The position operates under the authority of Section 12(c) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. The salary range is $43,267–$75,718, with a recruitment range of $57,000–$67,606. Trainee progression and associated salary increases may apply to applicants who have not yet fully met the education requirements. The state offers health insurance options, retirement plans, NCFlex benefits, paid vacation, sick and community service leave, and paid parental leave for eligible employees.

Requirements

A master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution; or 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.

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 plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent, and/or guardian.
Provide rehabilitation services within a guidance and counseling relationship, including supportive counseling.
Monitor the consumer’s progress throughout service delivery.
Work directly with community partners to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed.
Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy.