Rehabilitation Counselor or Senior Rehabilitation Counselor
About The Position
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Human Services - Division of Rehabilitation Services. The South Dakota Department of Human Services encompasses a broad field dedicated to offering services that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. Our programs promote independence and inclusion through person-centered services. DHS comes together with the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans. DHS strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.
Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree in a field of study reasonably related to vocational rehabilitation or human services.
- Experience and understanding of service options for people with disabilities.
- Knowledge of social, economic, and vocational issues impacting individuals with disabilities.
- Knowledge of effective techniques for working with people who have a variety of disabilities and want to enter the workforce.
- Knowledge of cultural differences when working with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Knowledge of disability assessments and their applications.
- Knowledge of technology and accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment settings.
- Knowledge of services and resources available in the community for individuals with disabilities.
- Skills to prepare clear, informative reports.
- Skills to effectively communicate with people with disabilities.
- Skills to manage a full caseload of clients in an independent and timely manner.
- Skills to work effectively with businesses, service providers, and clients.
- Ability to understand medical, academic, and vocational reports.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with individuals with disabilities, family members, and various professionals.
- Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and constructively resolve conflict.
- Ability to learn counseling techniques used in the vocational rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to analyze occupational and labor market data.
- Ability to collaborate with community resources in development of employment planning.
- Ability to use a computerized case management and filing system.
- Resume must be attached.
- Must apply online.
Nice To Haves
- National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
Responsibilities
- Provides services to individuals with disabilities who need assistance to obtain or maintain employment.
- Making eligibility decisions.
- Developing employment plans.
- Approving services.
- Providing vocational rehabilitation counseling.
- Travel will be required to deliver services in the assigned territory.
Benefits
- 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
- 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
- Flexible Benefits - Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
- Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
- 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
- Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
- Employee Wellness Program
- Continued Education/Training Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
