Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
About The Position
The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor works with the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services in the New Castle District Office and serves Butler County. The position provides a full range of vocational rehabilitation services to help individuals with disabilities prepare for and secure gainful employment, supporting their progress toward stable and rewarding careers and greater independence. The counselor connects with communities so eligible individuals are identified and referred, supports customer input and agency in vocational planning, and links customers with effective service providers. This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch. The work schedule may be negotiable within a 7.5-hour workday, and the position is eligible for an alternate work schedule. Part-time telework may be available after successful completion of the training period, subject to requirements and change. Employees who cannot telework may report to the New Castle headquarters office or an approved office in the caseload coverage area. New Commonwealth employees start at an annual salary of $60,538 before taxes.
Requirements
- Meet at least one of the following minimum experience and training qualifications: successfully complete the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern program or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); hold an active Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certificate issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification; provide proof of approval to sit for the CRCC Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification examination and have completed a master's degree; or hold a master's degree in vocational rehabilitation, mental health, special education, social work, human services, psychology, or a closely related field.
- Applicants may meet the educational requirement if they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
- Be able to perform the essential job functions.
- Provide satisfactory criminal history reports and clearances upon a conditional offer, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse history, and FBI Fingerprint clearances.
- Provide detailed relevant experience and education on the application; resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be considered for eligibility.
- Attach college transcripts if claiming education in responses to the supplemental application questions; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Responsibilities
- Personally contact and maintain referral sources so that people with disabilities who may qualify for services are identified.
- Conduct comprehensive face-to-face applicant interviews to gather relevant information and explain service requirements, scope, and processes.
- Review medical, vocational, and other client information, assess rehabilitation potential, and determine eligibility for services.
- Work with customers to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment.
- Arrange for and approve expenditures and coordinate planned services.
- Track customer progress and adjust plans as needed to support movement toward employment.
- Write and enter case notes.
- Review, enter, and customize letters communicating service authorization information.
Benefits
- Alternate work schedule eligibility
- Part-time telework opportunity after successful completion of the training period
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Job Type
Full-time
