Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - Southeast Region

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Ohio is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) to assist individuals with disabilities in gaining job-related skills and competitive integrated employment (CIE). As a VRC, you will maintain a caseload, provide vocational rehabilitation counseling, connect participants with related programs, analyze labor market information and job opportunities, and discuss employment barriers and accommodations. This role offers a fulfilling career making a difference in the lives of Ohioans. Candidates with specific certifications (CRC, LPC, LPCC, LISW) are eligible for a higher starting pay rate of $32.69/hour.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling, counseling, social work, psychology, disability studies, special education, business administration, human resources, economics or related rehabilitation or human services area AND 24 months experience direct work with individuals with disabilities (e.g. Independent Living Center or 24 months providing direct service or advocacy activities with individuals with disabilities).
• OR Master’s degree in in vocational rehabilitation counseling, counseling, social work, psychology, disability studies, special education, or related rehabilitation or human services area.
• OR Master’s degree in business administration, human resources, law, management, public administration or related field which provides competence in the employment sector &/or the field of disability AND 12 months direct work experience with individuals with disabilities (e.g. Independent Living Center) or 12 months experience providing direct service or advocacy activities with individuals with disabilities.
• Transcripts are REQUIRED for consideration for this position.
• Must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
• Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)

Responsibilities

• Interview individuals with disabilities to gather detailed information about their work history, medical situation, and more.
• Determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services.
• Interpret diagnostic information to determine the needs of the participant.
• Counsel individuals and their families concerning strengths and limitations based upon diagnostic information.
• Counsel individuals toward increased functioning and mutually agreeable vocational goals.
• Collaborate with community providers to assist participants in achieving goals.
• Develop comprehensive individualized plans for employment (IPE) for participants.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level