Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1/2/3 (PCN 05-2034)
About The Position
This position is for a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1/2/3 located in Wasilla, Alaska. The role involves evaluating client eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services, approving individualized employment plans, and authorizing case closures. The counselor will provide guidance and counseling to clients with disabilities to help them achieve career goals and overcome employment barriers. This includes interpreting assessments to understand client strengths and needs, developing service strategies, and authorizing services such as assistive technology, medical evaluations, and training. Collaboration with schools, employers, and community partners is also a key aspect of the role to ensure successful employment outcomes for clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college AND Any combination of education, training, and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving, Oral and Written Communication, Continual Learning, Interpersonal Skills, and Social Services.
- Master’s degree from an accredited college in vocational rehabilitation, counseling psychology, social work, guidance counseling, special education, or a related discipline as defined by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) (for Level 2).
- Certification in Rehabilitation Counseling (CRC) from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (for Level 3).
- Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior and performance in various contexts, mental processes, or the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders (Psychology).
- Ability to assess client needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and satisfy expectations; knowledge of available products and services; commitment to providing quality products and services (Customer Service).
- Ability to show understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develop and maintain effective relationships with others; effectively deal with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relate well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; be sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences (Interpersonal Skills).
- Ability to express information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information; make clear and convincing oral presentations; listen to others, attend to nonverbal cues, and respond appropriately (Oral Communication).
- Ability to encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; foster commitment and team spirit; work with others to achieve goals (Teamwork).
Nice To Haves
- Alaska Residents
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and determine client eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services.
- Approve individualized employment plans.
- Authorize case closures.
- Provide counseling and guidance to clients with disabilities to help them identify career goals, overcome barriers, and achieve meaningful employment.
- Interpret assessments to determine each client’s strengths, abilities, and rehabilitation needs.
- Develop and implement effective service strategies.
- Approve and monitor services such as assistive technology, medical or psychological evaluations, and training or placement supports in accordance with federal regulations.
- Collaborate with schools, employers, and community partners to coordinate services, promote program awareness, and support successful employment outcomes for clients with disabilities.
Benefits
- Flexibility within business hours (8am - 5pm).
- Ability to telework at times.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
