Rehabilitation Counselor - Storm Lake

State of Iowa • Storm Lake - 50588 - Buena Vista County, IA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) is seeking a Rehabilitation Counselor to join our team at the Storm Lake Vocational Rehabilitation branch office in Storm Lake, Iowa. This role is an opportunity to partner with individuals with disabilities as they build meaningful, sustainable employment and greater independence. The position involves providing counseling, coordination, and comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities, guiding them through career exploration, planning, and placement. Collaboration with families, schools, providers, and employers is key to removing barriers and creating pathways to competitive, integrated employment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in a human-services-related field; and a total of one year of graduate-level education and/or full-time work in professional vocational rehabilitation counseling services or human services field, where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university coursework in rehabilitation counseling, human resources, school counseling, mental health counseling, social work, psychology, education, or a closely-related field equals one year of full-time experience.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in any field; and a total of twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university coursework in rehabilitation counseling, human resources, school counseling, mental health counseling, social work, psychology, education, or a closely-related field.
• Strong counseling, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze information, exercise sound judgment, and document decisions clearly
• Commitment to equity, accessibility, and inclusive employment practices
• Collaborative mindset and comfort working with diverse stakeholders
• Organizational skills and attention to compliance and timelines
• Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates who possess a Master’s degree in a related field and relevant professional experience may be considered for a higher starting salary within the pay range, consistent with State of Iowa compensation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Pre-Employment Transition Services to potentially eligible students
• Interview applicants and support teams; gather medical, psychological, educational, and social information
• Determine eligibility and Significance of Disability classifications
• Develop Individualized Plans for Employment (IPEs) tailored to each participant’s goals, interests, and abilities
• Provide counseling and guidance to support informed career decisions and long-term employment success
• Coordinate and authorize services necessary to achieve employment goals
• Interpret and apply federal regulations and agency policies consistently across cases
• Maintain accurate and timely case documentation within the case management system
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet compliance standards, timeframes, and agency goals
• Build partnerships with employers, community providers, schools, and workforce organizations
• Educate businesses on disability inclusion and reasonable accommodations
• Develop on-the-job training, work-based learning, and apprenticeship opportunities
• Collaborate with the Iowa Workforce Development Business Engagement Team for employer outreach
• Support job carving and customized employment aligned with participant strengths and goals
• Travel statewide to schools, rehabilitation facilities, businesses, and community locations
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities
• Successfully complete a criminal background check through the Iowa Department of Public Safety

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off- vacation, sick leave (no accrual cap), and nine paid holidays
• IPERS Retirement Plan plus optional deferred compensation savings
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance & Discount Programs
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level