Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Allegheny County, PA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services is seeking Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors who are excited to help individuals reach their employment goals. This role supports students and adults with disabilities as they explore careers and build skills for the future. It offers a chance to make a real difference through guidance, encouragement, and personalized planning. Join a team where your dedication helps people achieve greater independence and opportunity.

Requirements

• Successful completion of the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern program or the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Possession of an active Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certificate issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification; or
• Proof of approval to sit for the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification examination, provided by the CRCC, and completion of a master’s degree; or
• A master’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, mental health, special education, social work, human services, psychology, or a closely related field.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after successful completion of the training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face interviews to gather information about disability, education, employment history, and other key factors
• Review medical and psycho social information to decide an applicant's potential for vocational rehabilitation
• Work with customers to set vocational goals and create an Individualized Plan for Employment
• Arrange evaluations, coordinate planned services, as well as provide counseling and guidance throughout the process
• Maintain case records, document updates, and follow-up regularly to support customer success
• Build relationships with schools, employers, and service providers to enhance referral sources and placement opportunities

Benefits

• The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.
• The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.
• The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

What This Job Offers

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