Disability Benefits Advocate & Vocational Counselor(Training)

The Choice Group; Fairfax (VA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Choice Group is hiring a Disability Benefits Advocate/Vocational Counselor in Fairfax, VA. The role includes training to become a Work Incentives Specialist Advocate and dual duties as a Vocational Counselor to help individuals with disabilities secure competitive community employment.

Candidates should have relevant education or experience and be capable of coordinating with state agencies while delivering hands-on training, job coaching, resume help, and employer outreach.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a related field with experience, or 10 years of related work for high school diploma.
• WISA certification through Cornell University or VCU-WIPA and Community Partner certification is preferred but not required.
• Self-starter with computer and time management skills.
• Experience working with people with disabilities is required or preferred.
• Strong time management, interpersonal and communication skills; detail oriented.

Responsabilités

• Provide benefits planning services for clients in vocational programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with DARS/DBVI field offices to maximize program effectiveness.
• Maintain proactive written, oral, and electronic communications with referrals and team.
• Provide one-on-one job coaching and guidance to job seekers.
• Assist with resumes, applications, interviews, and job development.

Connaissances

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Bi-lingual

ASL

Formation

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field + 2 years experience

Associate’s degree + 4 years experience

High school diploma + 10 years related experience

Description du poste

The Choice Group is hiring a Disability Benefits Advocate/Vocational Counselor in Fairfax, VA. The role includes training to become a Work Incentives Specialist Advocate and dual duties as a Vocational Counselor to help individuals with disabilities secure competitive community employment.

Candidates should have relevant education or experience and be capable of coordinating with state agencies while delivering hands-on training, job coaching, resume help, and employer outreach.