Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor

State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 50 000 - 88 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services in Laurinburg, NC seeks a Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor (NS) to lead day-to-day operations of the Laurinburg office and supervise rehabilitation counselors. You will oversee casework supervision, ensure quality client services, and align with VR policies while collaborating with the Unit Manager to meet productivity goals.

Requirements include a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or CRCC certification with two years of

Qualificações

• Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling is required.
• Current CRCC certification and two years’ experience as a rehabilitation counselor are required.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws governing rehabilitation or independent living services.

Responsabilidades

• Provide daily supervision and leadership of the Laurinburg office staff.
• Approve assigned casework supervision for Rehabilitation Counselors and others.
• Assist Unit Manager with planning, implementing, and evaluating the program’s day-to-day operations.
• Coordinate with diverse service providers and families to ensure quality customer service.

Conhecimentos

Casework methodology

Rehabilitation counseling

Policy knowledge

Legal knowledge

Relationship building

VR policy/training

Formação académica

Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling

CRCC certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

AgencyDept of Health and Human ServicesDivisionEMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPDJob Classification TitleRehabilitation Counselor Supervisor (NS)Position Number60054704GradeNC13About UsThe 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 WorkThis position is located in Scotland County, Laurinburg, a satellite office of the Lumberton unit office. This position provides leadership and day to day administrative operation of the Laurinburg office which includes a third-party program with the Scotland County school system. 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 include the following:• In-depth 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 and family members, and various professional and specialty services involved in the rehabilitation process.• Knowledge of VR policy/procedure and can train and work with inexperienced counselorsKnowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Range: $50,088 -$87,654Recruitment Range: $67,000 - $78,263Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:In-depth knowledge of casework methodology and techniques of rehabilitation counselingKnowledge of federal and state laws governing the delivery of rehabilitation or independent living servicesDemonstrated ability to interpret medical and psychological data in planning and developing rehabilitative servicesProven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, family members, and various professional and specialty services involved in the rehabilitation process.Knowledge of VR policy/procedure and can train and work with inexperienced counselorsWork Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.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. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.Application ProcessBe sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the \"Work Experience\" section of the application to support your answers.If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.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.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are \"Under Review\" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .Degree/College Credit VerificationDegrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.Veterans’ and National Guard PreferenceApplicants 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.ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome 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.EEO StatementT he 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.Recruiter:Jasmine Monique YelvertonContact:DHHS Workday Support Form