Assistant Unit Manager

Health & Human Services; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Greensboro unit seeks an Assistant Unit Manager to oversee rehabilitation counselors, supervise casework, and manage caseloads. You will act in the Unit Manager’s absence and collaborate with community partners to improve employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities include supervising clinical and administrative components, coordinating services with partners, and ensuring program quality while

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling from an accredited institution and two years of rehabilitation counseling experience.
• CRCC certification with two years of rehabilitation counseling experience according to agency requirements for independent counselor status.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify per the vacancy guidance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate diagnostic data to determine eligibility and needed services.
• Develop written plans of services with the consumer.
• Provide supportive counseling and monitor consumer progress.
• Coordinate services with community partners and vendors to meet client goals.

Skills

Casework methodology

Rehabilitation counseling laws

Interpersonal relationships

Medical/psychological data analysis

EIPD policy training

Education

Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling

CRCC certification

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division EMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD Job Classification Title Rehabilitation Services Asst Manager (NS) Position Number 60054650 Grade NC16

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

This position is located in Guilford County, the Greensboro unit office. The Assistant Unit Manager will be responsible for daily supervision, leadership and assigned casework supervision and approval for Rehabilitation Counselors based in the unit office. The Assistant Unit Manager will also manage vacant caseloads as needed and serve as acting Unit Manager in the absence of the Unit Manager. This position reports to the Unit Manager or designee. Selected applicant is accountable for supervision of the design and implementation of a comprehensive plan of vocational rehabilitation services for persons with disabilities by non-independent counselors. The incumbent will: supervise and/or conduct the evaluation of diagnostic data to determine eligibility and needed services; development of written plans of services in conjunction with the consumer; provide supportive counseling; monitor the consumer's progress; and work directly with community partners in order to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, develop and maintain community resources/ partnerships as directed. The position also works with the Independent Living program to ensure independence in the home and community. This position works directly with clients, employers, medical professionals, Community Rehabilitation Programs, community partners/Guilford County schools, Universities/Colleges, other agencies, and vendors to coordinate services for clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Unit Manager with work which involves planning, implementing, and evaluating the technical and administrative components of a diverse rehabilitation program consisting of multiple caseloads, third party programs and rehabilitation programs.
• Provides administrative management that includes personnel administration, staff development/training and consultation, and Coordination of the unit’s safety and health measures
• Will work closely with Greensboro Management Team to ensure that consumers continue to receive quality and timely services during caseload vacancies
• Work will include other related assignments as determined by Unit Manager

Salary and Posting Information

Salary Range: $57,983.00-$101,470.00 Recruitment Range: $76,000.00 - $90,597.00 Internal Posting- This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of Health And Human Services Employees, And Eligible RIF Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Position is funded in part through federal funds. Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date

Knowledge, Skills and Management Preferences

• Knowledge of casework methodology and techniques of rehabilitation counseling
• Knowledge of federal and state laws governing the delivery of rehabilitation or independent living services
• Demonstrated ability to interpret medical and psychological data in planning and developing rehabilitative services
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, family members, and various professional and specialty services involved in the rehabilitation process.
• Knows EIPD policy/procedure and can train and work with inexperienced counselors

About Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD)

The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide. To learn more about EIPD: https://youtu.be/4QUy2w9B6AU.

Compensation and Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Recruitment and Hiring

Supplemental Contact Information: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor and successful completion of agency requirements for independent counselor status; OR current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor and successful completion of the agency’s requirements for independent counselor status, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.