Work Incentive Counselor

State of Vermont • Brattleboro, VT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

HireAbility Vermont is seeking a Work Incentive Counselor to serve job seekers with disabilities in the Brattleboro/Springfield/White River Junction region. Work Incentive Counselors provide accurate, timely benefits information so that consumers can make informed choices about employment and benefits. The nature of the job involves a diverse range of knowledge about state and federal funded benefits, program rules and disabilities issues. Work Incentive Counselors are proficient with utilizing data bases and providing complex analysis to consumers. A high degree of independent thinking and flexibility is needed to contribute to the well-being of consumers, and to provide accurate information to all that inquire. Must be a self-starter, demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, and have excellent computer and technical skills.

This position is subject to the State of Vermont return to the office mandate, and the successful candidate is expected to be in the in the office at least three days per week.Who May ApplyThis position, Work Incentive Counselor (Job Requisition #54394), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact [email protected].
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.Environmental FactorsDuties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Considerable travel to outlying offices may be required for which private means of transportation must be available. Strong interpersonal skills are required in dealing with consumers and their advocates. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher AND one (1) year or more of experience at a professional level working directly with persons with disabilities OR one (1) year or more of experience at a professional level in the administration or implementation of a public benefits program.
• Three (3) years or more of experience at a professional level working directly with persons with disabilities OR three (3) years or more of experience at a professional level in the administration or implementation of a public benefits program.
• Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.
• Work Incentive Counselors must become Social Security Administration, Certified Work Incentive Counselors (CWIC) within 18 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a counseling-related field.

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time