Counselor in Charge

Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 43,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation & sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services invites applications for Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor (NS) in Guilford County. The Counselor in Charge assists the Unit Manager with planning, implementing, and evaluating the day-to-day operations of a diverse rehabilitation program, aiming for productivity and high-quality customer service.

This leadership role provides daily supervision, staff development, and casework supervision for Rehabilitation Counselors and other staff,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling from an accredited institution.
• CRCC certification or eligible with two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals on the caseload with job development, job placement and other services to complete a rehabilitation plan for employment.
• Administrative management tasks to include casework approvals to ensure quality service delivery for the assigned coverage area, budget development and performance management/improvement.
• Staff development/training, and consultation/technical assistance to subordinate staff.
• Work may include other related assignments as determined by Unit Manager.

Skills

Casework methodology

Rehabilitation counseling laws

Medical/psych data interpretation

Interpersonal relations

VR policy/procedure training

Education

Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling

CRCC certification

Job description

Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor (NS)

Position Number 60055019 Grade NC13

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 Counselor in Charge will assist the Unit Manager with work which involves planning, implementing, and evaluating the technical and administrative components of a diverse rehabilitation program’s day-to-day operations. The Counselor in Charge will work with the Unit Manager and staff to achieve unit goals for productivity and quality customer service.

This position will be responsible for daily supervision, leadership and assigned casework supervision and approval for Rehabilitation Counselors and other assigned staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist individuals on the caseload with job development, job placement and other services to complete a rehabilitation plan for employment.
• Administrative management tasks to include casework approvals to ensure quality service delivery for the assigned coverage area, budget development and performance management/improvement.
• Staff development/training, and consultation/technical assistance to subordinate staff.
• Work may include other related assignments as determined by Unit Manager.

Salary Range: $43,267.00-$75,718.00

Recruitment Range: $57,000.00 - $67,606.00

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.

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 VR policy/procedure and can train and work with inexperienced counselors

Position is funded in part through federal funds.

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

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

• 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.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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.

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.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered \"Positions of Trust\" will be subject to a criminal background check.

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; OR Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirement: Successful completion of the agency requirements for independent counselor status.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of their DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.