Rehabilitation Counselor

State of North Carolina•Wake Co. School Satlite Wake, NC

1d•$57,000 - $67,606

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Counselor supports people with disabilities in achieving career and independent-living goals. The position provides counseling, develops individualized service plans, and coordinates services to help clients address disability-related barriers and obtain and maintain gainful employment. It is located in Raleigh, Wake County, and is funded in part through federal funds.

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 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 help individuals with disabilities become suitably employed.
Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy.