Rehabilitation Counselor
About The Position
This Rehabilitation Counselor position is located in the Charlotte VR/IL Unit in Mecklenburg County and will provide coverage for an independent living caseload. The primary purpose of the Independent Living Rehabilitation Program is to provide services to eligible individuals with the most significant disabilities in order to de-institutionalize where possible or prevent institutionalization of individuals who are at risk for the same. The Independent Living Counselor works with the consumer to improve functioning in the home and community and when possible, assist in transitioning into the general Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program for services leading to employment.
Requirements
- 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 of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of and/or experience working with people with disabilities
- Knowledge of and/or experience with case management
- Knowledge of and/or experience working within a team setting
Responsibilities
- Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services
- Conducting homes visits for the purpose of assessment and service provision
- Developing a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian
- Providing rehabilitation services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and providing supportive counseling
- Monitoring the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
- Working directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed when appropriate
- Documenting service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy
Benefits
- health insurance options
- standard and supplemental retirement plans
- NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis)
- paid vacation
- sick leave
- community service leave
- paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
