SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL

State of California•Sacramento, CA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a continuance of a previously posted advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply. A Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling or a closely related field such as Psychology, Social Work, MFT, MFCC, etc. from a recognized institution and successful completion of one graduate course with a primary focus on the Theories and Techniques in counseling is mandatory. Reliability, dependability and exceptional interpersonal skills are essential. Unofficial transcripts are required. Upon hire, applicant may be required to provide official college transcripts. This position is located in the city of Berkeley. Multiple vacancies may exist. Under the direction of the Team Manager, Staff Services Manager I, a Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Qualified Rehabilitation Professional (SVRC, QRP) facilitate the effective delivery of services to consumers in a Vocational Rehabilitation Service Delivery (VRSD) Team. The core duties of the SVRC, QRP include the following non-delegable functions: 1) determining Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) eligibility; 2) determining priority for services; 3) development of the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE); 4) determining amendments to the IPE, and 5) determining successful employment outcome achieved and completing case closure for services of Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) consumers. The SVRC, QRP is accountable for the quality, quantity, and effectiveness of consumer employment outcomes and must effectively and consistently align the non-delegable duties with the delegable tasks performed by other team members for each consumer's case. The Greater East Bay District is responsible for service delivery of Federal Title I Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program. The services assist eligible individuals in achieving their employment goals by providing training, assistive technology, supported employment, and job placement support. District staff will also conduct eligibility determinations for applicants for services and direct post-employment services for individuals who find jobs as a result of DOR services. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Requirements

A Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling or a closely related field such as Psychology, Social Work, MFT, MFCC, etc. from a recognized institution and successful completion of one graduate course with a primary focus on the Theories and Techniques in counseling is mandatory.
Reliability, dependability and exceptional interpersonal skills are essential.
Unofficial transcripts are required.
Upon hire, applicant may be required to provide official college transcripts.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional manner, and with integrity and respect
Ability to help facilitate the expeditious resolution of problems from in-person requests, incoming phone calls, and emails
Knowledge of department mission and goals; DOR resources and processes, RAM, and Federal and State Code of Regulations
Broad understanding of the labor market and career development, knowledge about persons with disabilities and their employment-related needs and challenges
Specific knowledge about resources and programs that can help to support individuals with disabilities in exploring career choices and finding suitable placements
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook
High level of organizational skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Possess strong organizational skills to prioritize and complete assigned activities
Ability to manage cases and time efficiently, and meet due dates

Responsibilities

determining Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) eligibility
determining priority for services
development of the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)
determining amendments to the IPE
determining successful employment outcome achieved and completing case closure for services of Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) consumers
accountable for the quality, quantity, and effectiveness of consumer employment outcomes and must effectively and consistently align the non-delegable duties with the delegable tasks performed by other team members for each consumer's case.