Vocational Counselor — Supported Employment

State-of-Georgi; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency in Savannah is seeking a Counselor 1 Supported Employment to provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities to facilitate competitive and integrated employment outcomes. Under direct supervision, you will develop employment goals, facilitate job search efforts, and maintain client contact throughout the rehabilitation process.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to confidentiality, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with four years related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation counseling, social work, or related field and two years of experience with individuals with disabilities.
• CRC credential and/or Master’s degree preferred; availability of special education certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains referral sources.
• Conducts interviews with VR participants.
• Reviews education, vocation, psychological, and medical information.
• Travels within caseload to meet with individuals and partners.
• Assists in determining eligibility and developing an employment plan.
• Counsels and guides participants through rehabilitation and employment goals.
• Maintains timely documentation in client information system.
• Ensures confidentiality and educates stakeholders about services.
• Provides information about rehabilitation services to educate the public and vendors.
• Enters accurate participant data as directed.
• Monitors authorizations and invoices for services.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Collaboration Skills

Flexibility

Thoroughness

Technical Capacity

Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social services, education, special education or related field

Two years of experience with individuals with disabilities

CRC credential (preferred)

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Special Education Certification (preferred)

Tools

AWARE

Job description

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency in Savannah is seeking a Counselor 1 Supported Employment to provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities to facilitate competitive and integrated employment outcomes. Under direct supervision, you will develop employment goals, facilitate job search efforts, and maintain client contact throughout the rehabilitation process.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to confidentiality, and