Vocational Counselor

Sevita; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full compensation/benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Job security with nationwide career...

Job summary

Sevita is seeking a Part-Time Vocational Counselor to support adults with brain injuries and developmental disabilities in Flint, MI, with occasional travel to Novi and Warren. The role focuses on individualized vocational planning, skills training, job readiness, and assessments.

You will deliver counseling, testing, and employment services, coordinating with program managers and staff to help participants transition to community-based employment. A driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field.
• CRC certification.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in vocational rehabilitation, brain injury, or developmental disability settings preferred.
• Knowledge of vocational evaluation tools and community employment processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and motivate participants.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and ability to travel between program sites.
• Reliable, organized, and proactive with a passion for helping others reach their employment goals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate implementation of Individual Plans of Employment and vocational goals within vocational programs and community settings.
• Provide 1:1 and group-based Job Readiness and Soft Skills training, including resume development, interview preparation, workplace behavior, and communication.
• Conduct vocational testing and assessments such as the Holland’s Interest Inventory, WRAT, COPS/CAPS, and other standardized tools as appropriate.
• Deliver Benefits Counseling, Job Exploration Counseling, and Customized Employment services.
• Collaborate with program managers and case coordinators to identify participants ready to transition toward community-based employment.
• Assist in vocational program development, creating structured group curricula and documentation templates.
• Maintain detailed documentation and progress reports per state standards and program standards.
• Market and build relationships with local employers and volunteer sites to expand placement and skill-building opportunities.
• Provide on-site coaching, mentoring, and workplace adjustment support to promote independence and job retention.
• Maintain compliance with safety and reporting standards; document incidents or participant concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with Direct Support Professionals and interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent vocational supports across programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Rapport building

Motivation

Travel between sites

Education

Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field

CRC (Certified Rehabilitation Counselor)

Tools

Holland’s Interest Inventory

WRAT

COPS/CAPS

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

OUR MISSION AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
THE MENTOR Network is a mission-based organization dedicated to providing high quality services to those we serve. Therefore, to deliver on our mission, The Network expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company’s mission.

Program Services – Vocational Counselor (Vocational Coordinator) (Part-Time)
Range: $25 to $35 per hour
Locations: Primarily Flint with some travel to Novi, and Warren

Do you want to use your expertise to help individuals with brain injuries or developmental disabilities discover their potential and achieve meaningful employment? As the Vocational Therapist, you will support participants through individualized vocational planning, skills training, and evaluation—bridging therapeutic rehabilitation and competitive employment readiness.

• Coordinate and facilitate implementation of Individual Plans of Employment and vocational goals within vocational programs and community settings.
• Provide 1:1 and group-based Job Readiness and Soft Skills training, including resume development, interview preparation, workplace behavior, and communication.
• Conduct vocational testing and assessments such as the Holland’s Interest Inventory, WRAT, COPS/CAPS, and other standardized tools as appropriate.
• Deliver Benefits Counseling, Job Exploration Counseling, and Customized Employment services.
• Collaborate with program managers and case coordinators to identify participants ready to transition toward community-based employment.
• Assist in vocational program development, creating structured group curricula and documentation templates.
• Maintain detailed documentation and progress reports per state standards and program standards
• Market and build relationships with local employers and volunteer sites to expand placement and skill-building opportunities.
• Provide on-site coaching, mentoring, and workplace adjustment support to promote independence and job retention.
• Maintain compliance with safety and reporting standards; document incidents or participant concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with Direct Support Professionals and interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent vocational supports across programs.

• Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field.
• CRC (Certified Rehabilitation Counselor)
• Minimum 1 year of experience in vocational rehabilitation, brain injury, or developmental disability settings preferred.
• Knowledge of vocational evaluation tools and community employment processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and motivate participants.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and ability to travel between program sites.
• Reliable, organized, and proactive with a passion for helping others reach their employment goals.

• Status: Part-Time (approximately 20 hours per week to start, with potential to expand as referrals grow)
• Reports to: Program Director of Vocational and Day Services

Why Join Us?

• Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Purposeful work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities

AMERICAN WITH DISABILITY STATEMENT

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodations to be determined on a case by case basis.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.