Voc Rehab Counselor (Tyler)

Texas Workforce Commission; Tyler (TX); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. This role offers the opportunity to assist clients in preparing for, obtaining, and retaining competitive employment while contributing to a vital public service mission. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and opportunities for career advancement. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers a flexible work schedule, including teleworking options. If you are dedicated to helping others and want to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Schedule

FREE CEUs for CRC credentials

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required; Master's preferred.
• Experience in direct VR Counseling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining and retaining employment.
• Develop plans of service to achieve employment goals.
• Maintain relationships with community referral sources.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Case Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation

Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling

Job description

Job Description - Voc Rehab Counselor (Tyler) (825566)

Description

For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you!

The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, retain, and advance in employment.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND HELP PEOPLE WITH VR

According to the Department of Labor, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was 12.6% in 2020. This jobless rate continues to be much higher than the rate for those without disabilities.

PUBLIC SERVICE IN VR IS FOR YOU…

1. If you want to find meaningful work and contribute to a powerful mission.
2. If you are looking for career and advancement opportunities.
3. If you need a comprehensive benefits package that offers competitive pay & benefits.
4. If you have direct VR Counseling work experience, receive higher starting salary.
5. If you are interested in a flexible work schedule with teleworking as an option.
6. If you want to advance your education with our tuition assistance program.
7. FREE CEUs to maintain CRC credentials and reimbursement for CRC & LPC renewals.

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), a Family Friendly Certified Workplace, is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) Trainee-Sr VRC to join the Vocational Rehabilitation Department located at 3800 Paluxy Drive, Ste 325, Tyler, TX.

Staff who serve customers directly will be limited to one day of telework per week during their probationary period of employment with TWC VRD, beginning with their first week of work.

Benefits to working for TWC include:

• Competitive starting salary: $3,410.00 - $4,940.00/month.
• Salary and position level will be based on experience and demonstrated skills.
• This is a career ladder position which means each level is required to meet the established career ladder requirements in order to be promoted to the next level.
• A 5% salary increase will be awarded after successful completion of the VRC Trainee 6 month probationary period and advancing to the VRC I level.

- The VRC Trainee performs highly complex (senior-level) case management work in support of the mission, goals and values of the Texas Workforce Commission.

- The VRC I-Sr VRC performs routine to senior-level vocational rehabilitation work in support of the mission, goals and values of the Texas Workforce Commission.

VRC Trainee to Sr VRC applies critical thinking skills and sound decision making in performance of routine rehabilitation work in the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program.

This program assists eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for, retain, obtain and/or advance in competitive, integrated employment.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Assists eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for, retain, obtain and/or advance in competitive, integrated employment.
• Develops and maintains relations with community referral sources, businesses, employers and schools.
• Collects and analyzes all information necessary to make an accurate eligibility decision.
• Assists the customer in choosing an appropriate employment.
• Works with the consumer to develop a plan of services designed to achieve the consumer’s identified employment goals.
• Ensures timely, cost-effective provision of services and consumer progress toward achievement of their employment goal.
• Develops and implements a process leading to successful job placement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree with major in Rehabilitation Counseling or related degrees plus work experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in a field related to vocational rehabilitation. No experience required.

All levels: Depending on required qualifications and experience, a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) vacancy may be filled at any level from a VRC Trainee to Sr VRC.

Applicants selected who do not have a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling will be required to meet the CSPD educational requirements within a time frame established upon employment.

Copy of official transcripts, certifications and/or credentials will be requested at the time of interview.

These positions involve up to 30% travel, and method of transportation is the responsibility of employee.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.