Counselor 1 (G)

Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency is seeking a Counselor 1 (G) to provide vocational rehabilitation services under supervision, aiming to facilitate competitive employment for individuals with disabilities. The Johns Creek location serves Gwinnett County with day shift hours.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (related field) and two years of experience; a Master’s degree is preferred. Travel within the caseload area is expected, with careful documentation in the client system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social/human services, education, special education, social work or related field.
• Two years of related experience.
• Master’s degree in related field preferred.
• Experience as a case manager with a high-volume caseload preferred.
• Ability to travel within caseload area.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains referral sources.
• Conducts interviews with VR participants.
• Reviews and interprets education, vocation, psychological and medical information.
• Travels within caseload area to meet with participants and partners.
• Assists in determining eligibility and developing an individualized plan for employment.
• Counsels and guides participants through rehabilitation processes.
• Monitors client movement and ensures timely provision of services.
• Documents accurately in the client information system.
• Observes confidentiality guidelines in handling test results and files.
• Processes and monitors authorizations and invoices for services.

Skills

Interviewing

Counseling

Case management

Documentation

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree (related field)

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Counselor 1 (G) Agency: Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $55,000.00 - $57,750.00

The work location will be the Johns Creek Office at 12000 Findley Road Ste 100 Johns Creek GA 30097 and this position will service Gwinnett County.

Summary/Objective

Under direct supervision, provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities to facilitate competitive and integrated employment outcomes.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. 1. Develops and maintains referral sources.
2. 2. Conducts interviews with VR participants (potentially eligible students, applicants, and clients)
3. 3. Reviews and interprets education, vocation, psychological and medical information.
4. 4. Travels within caseload assignment area to meet with individuals, providers, partners and other outreach.
5. 5. Assists in determining eligibility, identifying order of selection, conducting a comprehensive needs assessment, and developing an individualized plan for employment, authorizing services.
6. 6. Counsels and guides participants throughout the rehabilitation process, including establishing employment goals, facilitating job search efforts, maintaining contact with clients, and moving the case to closure.
7. 7. Monitors client movement and ensures timely provision of services.
8. 8. Documents accurately and timely in AWARE (client information system)
9. 9. Observes rules of confidentiality as stated by departmental guidelines in the dissemination and interpretation of test results and other case file information.
10. 10. Provides information to educate the public, other agencies, vendors, and potential customers about rehabilitation services.
11. 11. Enters accurate participant data in the client information system at the direction of the counselor, as well as captures reporting data.
12. 12. Processes and monitors authorizations and invoices for rehabilitation services in accordance with policies and procedures.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

• Technical Capacity
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Organizational Skills
• Thoroughness
• Collaboration Skills
• Communication Proficiency
• Flexibility

Required Education and Experience

GVRA requires a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social/Human Services, Education, Special Education, Social Work, Counseling or a behavioral science related field from an accredited college or university to qualify for the position and Two (2) years of related experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in a related field (Psychology, Sociology, Social/Human Services, Education, Special Education, Social Work or a related behavioral science field from an accredited college or university)
• Experience as a case manager with a high-volume caseload

Supervisory Responsibility

None required for this position.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job perform duties in an office setting. This is a 40-hour workweek requirement. The position may involve managing a high-volume workload and demands a high level of accuracy while working with deadlines. Regular attendance is an important part of being successful in this position. Reasonable accommodations can be made available to qualified individuals upon request.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position occasionally requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

As a condition of employment with Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, you must successfully complete a mandatory federal and national background check, pre-employment testing, and additional checks required for your job. All candidates interested in employment with The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency does not offer sponsorships for current or future employment visas (e.g., H-B1 employment visa).

AAP/EEO Statement

GVRA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Reasonable Accommodations

The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request a reasonable accommodation during any step in the hiring process, please contact our HR Team at [e-mail].

GVRA

The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency operates five integrated and interdependent statutory programs that share a primary goal - to help people with disabilities to become fully productive members of society by achieving independence and meaningful employment. Our programs impact both employers and job seekers. Our bottom line is to tailor our services to fit your needs. And our promise to you is consistent professional service with responsive and responsible follow-up.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of related experience; or one (1) year of at the lower level Economic Support Cons 2 (SSP051) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.