VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR I
About The Position
To perform routine assessment duties resulting in employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities in connection with a statewide program of vocational rehabilitation; and to do related work as required. This position serves students at Johnston High School and adults throughout Central RI and may also receive referrals from Kent Hospital. The role includes serving as a co-liaison to The Autism Project and potentially collaborating with additional vendors and community partners. The individual may also participate in pilot projects, committees, or other initiatives aimed at enhancing and developing client services. The successful candidate must contribute to the agency and regional goals by meeting or exceeding established annual performance targets.
Requirements
- A working knowledge of the principles and methods used in vocational rehabilitation.
- A working knowledge of various disabilities and their impact on individuals.
- Working knowledge of labor market and labor related issues.
- The ability to gather information, conduct interviews, develop and implement employment plans.
- The ability to prepare reports and make studies.
- The ability to maintain close working relationships with clients, community agencies and employers.
- Graduation from a college of recognized standing with a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling.
- Employment at a level of a Rehabilitation Counselor in a private or public rehabilitation agency.
- Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
- Must have employment eligibility validated through E-Verify.
Nice To Haves
- Serving as a co-liaison to The Autism Project.
- Collaborating with additional vendors and community partners.
- Participating in pilot projects, committees, or other initiatives aimed at enhancing and developing client services.
Responsibilities
- To perform routine assessment duties resulting in employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities in connection with a statewide program of vocational rehabilitation.
- To conduct initial interviews to screen applicants, gather sufficient data, determine eligibility based upon the existence of a disability and make appropriate judgements.
- To obtain, analyze, and evaluate medical, psychological, social, vocational, and other pertinent data as part of an evaluation process.
- To provide counseling and guidance, and to assist clients in formulating suitable vocational objectives and in identifying barriers to employment.
- To determine the assets of the individual with a disability, the nature and scope of the rehabilitation services needed to implement the rehabilitation process, and to assist the individual reaching vocational goals and objectives and achieving employment.
- To provide direct and indirect placement services to clients and employers including job analysis, job modifications, and post-employment services.
- To maintain accurate and complete case records and detailed written reports.
- To do related work as required.
- Maintaining regular, well-documented contact with clients.
- Assist clients in making progress towards their goals.
- Authorizing and processing payments for services in a timely manner.
- Providing services outlined in each client’s Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE).
- Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Benefits
- For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
- Direct deposit for all employees.
- Public service with purpose and impact.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
