Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor / Counselor-In-Charge

Health & Human Services; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 50.000 - 88.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid-telework option

Zusammenfassung

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks a Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor, serving as Counselor-in-Charge in the Asheville VR/IL Unit. The role will oversee the Hendersonville and Transylvania satellite offices, directing daily supervision, casework, and program leadership.

You will manage staff development, assist with budgeting and performance management, and collaborate with community partners to improve employment outcomes for adults with disabilities in

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor.
• Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRCC) and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Aufgaben

• Provide direct case management supervision to Rehabilitation Counselors and support staff providing consumer services required to complete rehabilitation plans for employment.
• Perform administrative management tasks to include casework approvals to ensure quality service delivery for the assigned coverage area, budget development, and performance management.
• Assist with on‑boarding and coaching of new staff to ensure program consistency and effectiveness.
• Provide and schedule staff development training, consultations and action plans to enhance staff and program performance.
• Provide assigned caseload coverage and assist with coverage for vacant caseloads.
• Foster collaborative relationships with community and partner agencies and other service partners to enhance employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Kenntnisse

Policy knowledge

Staff mentoring

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Independent work

Ausbildung

Master's degree in rehab counseling

CRCC certification

Education/experience equivalence

Jobbeschreibung

Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor (NS)

Position Number 60055102 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 Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor, serving as a Counselor‑in‑Charge, position is part of the Asheville VR/IL Unit and is located in the Hendersonville/FlatRock satellite office and will provide leadership to the Hendersonville and Transylvania satellite offices. This position is 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 which involves planning, implementing, and evaluating the technical and administrative components of a diverse rehabilitation program consisting of multiple caseloads, third‑party programs, and a limited number of specialized rehabilitation programs. This position manages a caseload serving adults with disabilities in Henderson & Transylvania Counties.

Job responsibilities include the following:

• Providing direct case management supervision to Rehabilitation Counselors and support staff providing consumer 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 area, budget development, and performance management
• Assisting with on‑boarding and coaching of new staff to ensure program consistency and effectiveness
• 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 partners to enhance employment opportunities for people with disabilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range $50,088 - $87,654

Recruitment Range $50,088 - $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
• Demonstrated experience mentoring, coaching, and training staff in a supportive manner
• Knowledge of building and maintaining effective working relationships with consumers, families, and other professional and specialty providers
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment

Posting closes at 11:59p.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 & 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. Visit website for State Benefits Supplemental and Contact Information

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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.

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.

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 the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

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 Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.) indicated below.