Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 2026-02299

State of Wyoming•Evanston, WY

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position interviews and assesses clients to determine individual needs, abilities, and eligibility for services by interpreting medical and psychological evaluations. Responsibilities include providing clients with information regarding available services and eligibility requirements to support informed decision-making and client choice. The position utilizes vocational assessments, rehabilitation counseling, and supportive services to empower clients in achieving independence and employment goals. Duties include developing rehabilitation plans in coordination with physicians, monitoring client progress, and assisting clients in creating an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) with clearly defined employment outcomes, progress measures, and identified client and counselor responsibilities. This role collaborates with local school districts and educational institutions to provide transition services for students and youth with disabilities. Additional responsibilities include working with employers to identify appropriate employment opportunities, providing job coaching and training, and delivering post-employment services to help clients maintain successful employment. The position also conducts financial needs and resource assessments to determine client participation in rehabilitation program costs and provides ongoing counseling throughout the rehabilitation process to ensure client needs are effectively addressed. Services will be provided to participants in both the Evanston office and the Mountain View office with extensive travel between Evanston and the Bridger Valley to meet the needs of the changing caseload. Uinta County is located in southwestern Wyoming. In Uinta County, fresh mountain air invigorates your body’s senses. Freedom allows you to kick up your heels. Fun keeps you smiling during three hundred days of sunshine annually. You will experience a generous serving of Wyoming friendship, a firm handshake, and a genuine “Howdy.” Uinta County enjoys a unique quality of life. Nestled in the Bear River Valley, the county is framed to the south by the majestic Uinta Mountains. The Bear River flows through, meandering past Bear River State Park, where elk and bison roam. Our enviable quality of life is cherished by those who live here. https://www.evanstonwy.org/54/Visit-Evanston

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Counseling or Social Services)
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Vocational Rehabilitation)
Knowledge of industrial, commercial, and professional occupations suitable for disabled persons.
Knowledge of available training facilities and employment opportunities for a variety of occupations.
Knowledge of the psychological and social issues of the disabled.
Knowledge of client data collection.
Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to the area of specification.
Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation programs and procedures.
Knowledge of the services offered by various community organizations.
Skilled in creating and conducting presentations.
Ability to track and maintain monthly expenses related to client needs.

Nice To Haves

Qualified to sit for the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) exam.
Knowledge of local employers and educational institutions.
Experience using Google and Microsoft software.

Responsibilities

Interviews and assesses clients to determine needs and abilities.
Interprets medical and psychological evaluations to determine eligibility.
Provides clients with an overview of services provided and what they may be eligible for to ensure client-informed choices.
Utilizes vocational assessment and information, along with rehabilitation counseling, to support and empower clients to achieve empowerment and independence.
Develop a rehabilitation plan in conjunction with Physicians and monitor client progress.
Works with clients to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment with clearly defined employment outcomes, criteria needed to evaluate progress toward achieving employment, client responsibilities, and counselor responsibilities.
Collaborates with local school districts and other educational institutions to provide transition services to students and youth.
Works with employers to find suitable opportunities for clients.
Provides job coaching skills and training to support the client's move to employment.
Provides post-employment services to clients needing short-term services to enable them to retain current employment.
Conducts financial needs and resource assessments to determine if the client will be required to participate in the costs of the rehabilitation program.
Provides counseling during the clients' rehabilitation program to ensure that all clients' needs are being met.