Rehabilitation Counselor

Health & Human Services; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) invites applications for a Rehabilitation Counselor (S) in Forsyth County, Winston Salem. This role helps individuals with disabilities pursue career and independent living goals through counseling, planning, and coordinated services.

Responsibilities include evaluating eligibility, developing service plans with clients and guardians, providing supportive counseling, tracking progress, partnering with community agencies to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or related field from an accredited institution.
• CRC certification or eligibility is preferred.
• Experience with case management and working with people with disabilities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate diagnostic data to determine eligibility for services.
• Develop written plans of services with client/guardian.
• Provide rehabilitative counseling within a guidance relationship.
• Monitor progress throughout service delivery.
• Collaborate with community partners to help individuals obtain employment.
• Document service delivery and case progress in the management system.

Skills

case management

people with disabilities

team setting

Education

Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling

Master’s degree in related human services field

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)

Job description

Rehabilitation Counselor (S)

Position Number 60054764 Grade NC10

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 Forsyth County, Winston Salem. The primary purpose of the Rehabilitation Counselor is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help clients overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment.

• Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and rehabilitation services
• Develop a written plan of services in conjunction with the client, parent and/or guardian
• Provide rehabilitative services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling
• Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
• Work directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed
• Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $43,267 -$75,718

Recruitment Range: $57,000 - $67,606

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

• Knowledge of and/or experience with case management
• Knowledge of and/or experience working with people with disabilities or undeserved/marginalized populations
• Knowledge of and/or experience working within a team setting

This Position Is Eligible for Trainee Progression

A trainee is an applicant who does not yet meet all the education and experience requirements for the position. Trainees may be hired at a salary below the classification's established salary range and the recruitment range listed in the job posting. As the trainee obtains the additional education and experience required to meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the classification specification, their salary will be adjusted accordingly.

Trainee Progression Schedule

• 6 Months
• 12 Months
• 18 Months
• 24 Months – Fully Qualified

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.

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

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.

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.

Minimum Education and Experience

Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution; or a master’s degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution; or current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.

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.