Vocational Counselor I
Omega Health • Chantilly, VA4d • $20 - $23 • Hybrid
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Vocational Counselor I- Manassas, Virginia (20109))
Omega Health•Chantilly, VA
•$20 - $23•Hybrid
About The Position
Omega is seeking an energetic, empathetic Vocational Counselor to support individuals with disabilities, veterans, and job seekers overcoming barriers in building sustainable careers and achieving financial independence. The counselor serves as an advocate, coach, and employment matchmaker in the greater Chantilly and Manassas/Prince William County areas, working directly with clients in the community and partnering with local businesses. The role includes assessing clients’ vocational interests, transferable skills, work tolerance, and support needs; creating measurable Individualized Employment Plans; and providing job-readiness preparation and individualized coaching during initial placements. The counselor also develops inclusive hiring opportunities with local employers, coordinates with state agencies and other support partners, maintains timely documentation, and advocates for assistive technology and reasonable accommodations. The position has a hybrid schedule combining local field visits with flexibility for administrative documentation. Frequent local travel is required, with mileage reimbursed at the standard federal rate. Omega offers health, dental, and vision insurance options, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off and holidays, supervision, continuing education reimbursement, and training pathways for industry certifications.
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Vocational Rehabilitation, or a related field; relevant professional experience may substitute for the degree.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance; frequent local travel is required.
- Emotional intelligence, active listening, and strong time management skills for managing a dynamic field caseload.
- Ability to pass standard state-mandated background checks, adult and child abuse registry clearances, and drug screenings.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of experience in vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, job coaching, or workforce development.
- Direct experience working with veterans, neurodivergent individuals, or people with physical, cognitive, or psychiatric disabilities.
- Knowledge of Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) processes or Medicaid waiver employment services.
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP), or ACRE/CESP certification.
Responsibilities
- Conduct intake assessments of vocational interests, transferable skills, work tolerance, and support needs.
- Co-create Individualized Employment Plans with measurable, milestone-driven goals.
- Prepare clients through resume building, interview practice, job applications, and workplace etiquette instruction.
- Provide individualized on-the-job coaching during initial placements to support onboarding and task mastery.
- Network with local employers to identify inclusive hiring opportunities.
- Educate employer partners about workplace accommodations, natural supports, and disability etiquette.
- Match clients’ strengths with employers’ labor needs.
- Coordinate with state agency partners, case managers, families, and community service boards.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of billable hours, client milestones, and progress notes in accordance with state and funder standards.
- Assess and advocate for assistive technology and reasonable accommodations under the ADA.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance options.
- Dental insurance options.
- Vision insurance options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Mileage reimbursement at the standard federal rate for client-related travel.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid company holidays.
- Dedicated supervision.
- Continuing education unit (CEU) reimbursement.
- Training pathways for industry certifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
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