Vocational Counselor I - Culpeper, VA Location

Omega Health; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Omega Health Services in Culpeper, VA is seeking a compassionate Vocational Counselor to help people with disabilities discover strengths, set goals, and connect with local employers.

In this field-based, community-oriented role you will provide counseling, job readiness support, resume help, and ongoing follow-up to promote independence. Travel throughout the service area is expected to build relationships with community organizations and employer partners.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional or lived experience in employment, education, human services, disability services, or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Identify strengths, interests, skills, and career goals for individuals.
• Provide career exploration, job readiness, and employment counseling.
• Assist with resumes, applications, interviews, and workplace preparation.
• Provide individualized job coaching and employment support.
• Build relationships with local employers and identify opportunities.
• Promote inclusive hiring and connect individuals with the right workplace.
• Develop partnerships with community organizations and referral sources.
• Monitor progress and provide follow-up support.
• Maintain case notes, service records, and required documentation.
• Manage an assigned caseload and multiple priorities in Culpeper and surrounding communities.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Organized

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Vocational Counselor – Culpeper, VA

Empower People. Build Careers. Create Independence.

At Omega Health Services, we believe meaningful employment can be life-changing. It can provide confidence, purpose, independence, financial stability, and a stronger sense of community.

We’re looking for a compassionate, motivated, and people-focused Vocational Counselor to join our team in Culpeper, VA. You’ll help individuals with disabilities discover their strengths, explore career goals, connect with local employers, prepare for employment, and receive the support they need to succeed.

If you enjoy building relationships, working in the community, and helping people turn goals into real opportunities, this could be the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Help individuals identify their strengths, interests, skills, and career goals.
• Provide career exploration, job readiness, and employment counseling.
• Assist with resumes, applications, interviews, and workplace preparation.
• Provide individualized job coaching and employment support.
• Build relationships with local employers and identify employment opportunities.
• Promote inclusive hiring and help connect individuals with the right workplace.
• Develop partnerships with community organizations and referral sources.
• Monitor employment progress and provide follow‑up support.
• Maintain accurate case notes, service records, and required documentation.
• Manage an assigned caseload and multiple priorities effectively.
• Work throughout Culpeper and surrounding communities in a field‑based role.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, organized, and genuinely passionate about helping others succeed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Relevant professional or lived experience supporting individuals in employment, education, human services, disability services, or related settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a community‑based environment.
• Passion for supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with current insurance.
• Willingness to travel throughout the assigned service area.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screenings.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred experience:

• Vocational rehabilitation or supported employment
• Job coaching or employment services
• Workforce development
• Disability or human services
• Case management or career counseling
• Community‑based services
• Employer engagement or job development

No direct vocational rehabilitation experience? That's okay.

If you have experience supporting people, building relationships, solving problems, and helping others reach their goals, your skills may transfer well to this position.

Why Join Omega?

At Omega, your work has a purpose—and your growth matters too.

Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to help someone discover their strengths, find meaningful employment, and move toward greater independence.

Ready to make a difference?

Location: Culpeper, VA

Position: Vocational Counselor