Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor / Counselor-In-Charge

Health & Human Services; Charlotte (NC); Ibrido; USD 69.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

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Health & Human Services in North Carolina is seeking a Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor (NS) to lead the VR/IL unit in Mecklenburg County. You will supervise counselors and staff, oversee casework, and collaborate with partners to ensure high-quality rehabilitation services for students with disabilities aiming for employment.

The role emphasizes data-informed decision-making, staff development, and a team-oriented environment to support individuals with disabilities in achieving competitive

Competenze

• Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling required.
• Two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor required.
• CRCC certification or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of agency requirements for independent counselor status.

Mansioni

• Provide direct supervision of Rehabilitation Counselors and staff delivering client services to complete rehabilitation plans.
• Handle administrative management tasks: casework approvals, budget development, performance management.
• Coordinate staff development, training, consultations and action plans.
• Provide and schedule caseload coverage and assist with vacancies.
• Foster relationships with community and partner agencies to enhance employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
• Participate in training and professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Mentoring

Coaching

Team collaboration

Policy knowledge

Formazione

Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling

CRCC certification

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Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor (NS)

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division EMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD Job Classification Title Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor (NS) Position Number 60055048 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 Counselor-in-Charge (CIC) position is located in the Charlotte VR/IL Unit in Mecklenburg County. The CIC will be responsible for organizing and directing the daily supervision of counselors and assigned staff, casework, and providing leadership within the unit. The CIC will assist the Unit Manager with work involving planning, implementing, and evaluating the technical and administrative components of a rehabilitation program consisting of multiple caseloads, third-party programs and a limited number of specialized rehabilitation programs. This position will work with the Workforce Development Board and play a key role in ensuring that quality transition services are provided to students with disabilities in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools. The CIC helps shape unit performance through data-informed decision-making, promotes professional development, and fosters a collaborative team environment to support individuals with disabilities in achieving their employment goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Providing direct case management supervision to Rehabilitation Counselors and support staff providing client services required to complete rehabilitation plans for employment
• Performing administrative management tasks to include casework approvals to ensure quality service delivery for the assigned coverage areas, budget development, and performance management
• Providing and scheduling staff development, training, consultations and action plans to enhance staff and program performance
• Providing assigned caseload coverage and assisting with coverage for vacant caseloads
• Fostering collaborative relationships with community and partner agencies and other service providers to enhance employment opportunities for people with disabilities
• Participating in training and professional development opportunities in order to enhance skills and knowledge

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Recruitment Range $68,870 - $75,000

Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state policies/regulations governing the delivery of rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities
• Experience mentoring, coaching, and training staff in a supportive manner
• Knowledge of building and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, families, and other professional and specialty providers
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment

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

Position is funded in part through federal funds

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

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.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent 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.

Contact Information

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Minimum Education and Experience

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.

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.

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.