Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist I - Martinsburg, WV Location
About The Position
Omega Health Services is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and people-oriented Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist to support veterans and individuals with disabilities in the Martinsburg, West Virginia area. The role helps participants explore career opportunities, develop job skills, connect with employers, find meaningful employment, and achieve greater independence. The organization welcomes applicants with relevant work or life experience supporting individuals with disabilities, even if they have not worked in every aspect of vocational rehabilitation. The specialist identifies participants’ strengths, interests, skills, and career goals; supports job readiness and career development; connects participants with suitable employment opportunities; and builds relationships with local employers to promote inclusive hiring. The role also provides job coaching, onboarding assistance, and follow-up support, while maintaining case notes and other employment documentation. Local travel to meet participants, employers, and community partners is part of the position.
Requirements
- Relevant work or life experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage an assigned caseload, and stay organized.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Willingness to travel throughout the assigned service area.
- Ability to successfully complete required background checks.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in vocational rehabilitation or employment services.
- Experience in direct support, disability services, or community-based programs.
- Experience in job coaching, career counseling, or workforce development.
- Experience in case management or human services.
- Experience in veteran support services.
- Experience in education, mentoring, or other roles focused on helping people reach their goals.
Responsibilities
- Help participants identify their strengths, interests, skills, and career goals.
- Assist with resumes, job applications, interview preparation, and job readiness.
- Identify job openings and match participants with employers aligned with their abilities and interests.
- Develop relationships with local businesses and promote inclusive hiring practices.
- Provide job coaching, onboarding assistance, and follow-up support to help participants succeed and remain employed.
- Help participants build confidence, workplace skills, and long-term employment success.
- Complete case notes, employment documentation, and other required reports.
- Travel locally to meet with participants, employers, and community partners.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
