Rehabilitation Counselor

State of North Carolina • Siler City, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is located in Chatham County, Siler City, which is the satellite office of the Chapel Hill unit office. The primary purpose of the Rehabilitation Counselor is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help clients overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution; or 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 or experience with case management.
• Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or undeserved/marginalized populations.
• Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating 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 the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling
• Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
• Work directly with community partners in order 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

Benefits

• The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.
• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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