Supervisory Rehabilitation Counselor

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Supervisory Rehabilitation Counselor in Tacoma, WA. This position involves supervising a team of Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists, managing payroll for Veterans, and providing necessary technical and clinical supervision. As a key member of the VHA Vocational Rehabilitation Service, you will help Veterans in achieving competitive employment through effective rehabilitation services.

A master's degree in rehabilitation counseling and current CRC certification are required, along with proven supervisory experience. A collaborative work environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.
• At least one year of supervisory experience in Vocational Rehabilitation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise interdisciplinary team including Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists.
• Manage fund control point and biweekly payroll for Veterans.
• Provide training and development for staff.

Skills

Ability to supervise

Knowledge of labor/management agreements

Theoretical knowledge of rehabilitation delivery systems

Knowledge of business administration practices

Education

Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling

Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)

Job description

Summary

This position is located within VHA Vocational Rehabilitation Service (VHA Voc Rehab). VHA Voc Rehab Service programs are recovery-oriented clinical vocational rehabilitation services that offer an array of vocational, educational, training, employment, and therapeutic work services. They include skill development, fostering of natural supports, and assistance with obtaining and maintaining employment for Veterans for whom the primary objective is competitive employment.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• English Language Proficiency – candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English
• 7403(f)
• Education – A master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or clinical rehabilitation counseling from a rehabilitation counseling program accredited by CACREP; if the applicant's degree was granted prior to July 1 2017, the program must be accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Education; or a master's degree in counseling or clinical rehabilitation counseling from a college or university accredited by a national or regional accrediting body accredited by CHEA; or a master's or doctoral degree in a related field of study with course content that emphasized rehabilitation, counseling, disability, therapy, health, employment, wellness, or human development from a college or university accredited by a national or regional accrediting body accredited by CHEA; or foreign graduates with a degree acceptable by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC)
• Certification – Current, full and unrestricted certification as a certified rehabilitation counselor (CRC) from the CRCC to practice vocational rehabilitation counseling
• Grade Determinations – Supervisory Rehabilitation Counselor – GS-12 Experience; completion of one year of professional experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) directly related to the position being filled
• Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Ability to supervise (e.g., plan, direct, oversee, review work of subordinate staff), assess employee strengths and opportunities for growth, and guide staff; (b) Knowledge of labor/management agreements to effectively manage issues and concerns; (c) Knowledge of applicable accreditation bodies (e.g., Joint Commission and Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) and their standards to ensure continuous compliance; (d) Theoretical and practical knowledge of a range of rehabilitation delivery systems for the development, implementation, management and growth of rehabilitation programs and services; (e) Knowledge of business administration practices such as managing participant payroll, accounting, budget planning to successfully operate a rehabilitation program
• Preferred Experience – At least one year of supervisory experience for Vocational Rehabilitation
• The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12
• Physical Requirements – Light lifting and carrying (under 15 lbs.), operation of motor vehicle, ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, and ability to complete PMDB training
• Environmental factors include working closely with others and working alone.
• Visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ for more information on this qualification standard.

Duties

• Duties include – but are not limited to: supervising a group of interdisciplinary employees including Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists and Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors located in two different work locations
• Managing all aspects of a fund control point and biweekly payroll for Veteran clients
• Providing administrative, technical, and clinical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the units
• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures to provide clear guidelines and facility expectations for staff
• Performing the administrative and personnel management function relative to staff supervised
• Establishing guidelines and performance expectations for staff – clearly communicated through the formal employee performance management system
• Providing advice and counsel to workers related to work and administrative matters
• Reviewing and approving or disapproving leave requests
• Assuring that subordinates are trained and fully comply with the provisions of the safety regulations
• Providing staff training and development at multiple grade levels
• Monitoring activities and program reviews – and the development and analysis of information
• Using sound judgment in the interpretation of trends and patterns, application of guidelines, and recommendation of program enhancements
• Performing program analysis, development, review, research, design, and contacting work as possible with various agencies (public, DOD, state, etc.)
• Leading and/or facilitating clinical, facility-wide process improvements to address length of stay reflected in the Strategic Analytics for Improvement and Learning (SAIL) report and hospital performance measures as related to inpatient and specialty care
• Responsible for oversight and completion of required suspense actions
• Providing briefing reports to local facility, VISN, and National leadership
• Providing regular reports and actively involved with Mental Health and Executive leadership
• Work schedule: 8 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday; Telework: Available (Ad-hoc only); Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: 00000
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized; Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized