SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHAB COUNSELOR - 48004871

State of Florida•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs advanced-level work under the limited supervision of the Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor in Area 6 Miami Unit 23F, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. The position provides professional vocational rehabilitation counseling services to individuals with disabilities, including potentially eligible VR youth ages 14–21, to support competitive integrated employment. The role coordinates vocational rehabilitation services, provides technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders, maintains case records, tracks authorizations and case activities, monitors caseload data, and ensures compliance with agency policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in vocational rehabilitation counseling, psychology, disability studies, business administration, human resources, special education, supported employment, customized employment, economics, or another field reasonably related to working with consumers and employers.
Two years of qualifying experience, such as direct work with individuals with disabilities; disability advocacy services; experience as an employer, small business owner/operator, or self-employed person; human resources; recruitment; employee supervision; training; or other activities providing experience in competitive integrated employment environments.
Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation guidance and counseling theories and practices, medical and psychological aspects of disability groups, employment and vocational rehabilitation resources, and applicable program requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in interviewing, administering tests, and analyzing results.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing; manage competing priorities and tight timeframes; work under stressful conditions and with limited guidance; organize information into reports and other written materials; provide career counseling and guidance; and deliver excellent customer service.
Ability to apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; maintain confidentiality; use and analyze management information systems and automated systems; interpret state and federal vocational rehabilitation regulations and policies; and devise employment strategies for individuals with disabilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Ability to maintain an organized and clean work area and demonstrate reliable, consistent attendance.
Must meet federal requirements for this federally funded position.
Must complete Level 2 background screening as a condition of employment.
Position requires an on-site schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; telework is not available.

Nice To Haves

Both professional and educational experience.
Direct case management experience and the ability to efficiently manage a high-volume caseload.
Completion of application information and hiring requirements listed in the advertisement.
Master’s or doctoral degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling, law, psychology, disability studies, business administration, human resources, special education, management, public administration, or another field related to the employment sector, a disability field, or business and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake and application activities, including reviewing referrals, completing applications, conducting initial interviews, explaining informed choice, and reviewing medical, psychological, educational, and vocational records.
Determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services and complete required documentation, assessments, and decisions within established timeframes.
Develop an Individualized Plan for Employment in collaboration with participants, identifying an appropriate employment goal and necessary services.
Authorize, coordinate, and manage services according to the Individualized Plan for Employment, monitoring service delivery, expenditures, authorizations, documentation, coding accuracy, and financial compliance.
Conduct job development and placement activities, including labor market research, employer outreach, and business engagement to secure and maintain competitive integrated employment.
Collaborate with community rehabilitation providers, educational institutions, workforce partners, employers, and other stakeholders to support placement, retention, training, credential attainment, and employment outcomes.
Provide vocational counseling, case management, progress monitoring, follow-up services, and post-employment support.
Maintain case documentation in agency information systems, including eligibility decisions, authorizations, case activities, participant progress, and employment outcomes.
Participate in required training, professional development, and continuing education to maintain vocational rehabilitation knowledge, competencies, and applicable certifications.
Perform other duties as assigned.