Vocational Counselor I - Culpeper, VA Location

Omega Health • Culpeper, VA

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About The Position

Omega Health Services is hiring a Vocational Counselor in Culpeper, Virginia, to support individuals with disabilities in exploring career opportunities, developing employment skills, connecting with local employers, and succeeding in the workplace. The role focuses on helping participants identify their strengths, interests, skills, and employment goals, and providing individualized employment counseling and job coaching.

The counselor manages an assigned caseload independently, builds relationships with employers and community partners, monitors participants’ employment progress, and completes service documentation and reports. The position involves travel throughout Culpeper and surrounding communities.

Requirements

• Relevant professional or lived experience supporting individuals in employment, education, human services, disability services, or a related setting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Good organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Genuine interest in supporting individuals with disabilities and helping them achieve employment goals.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Willingness to travel throughout the assigned service area.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screenings.

Responsibilities

• Identify participants’ strengths, interests, skills, and employment goals.
• Provide career exploration, job-readiness guidance, and employment counseling.
• Assist participants with resumes, job applications, interview preparation, and workplace expectations.
• Provide job coaching and individualized guidance to help participants build confidence and succeed at work.
• Identify job openings and match participants with positions suited to their abilities and interests.
• Build relationships with local businesses and promote inclusive employment opportunities.
• Collaborate with community organizations, referral sources, and other service providers.
• Monitor employment progress and provide follow-up support to promote job retention.
• Complete case notes, service documentation, and required reports.
• Coordinate an assigned caseload, prioritize responsibilities, and travel throughout Culpeper and surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed