Vocational Rehab Counselor - In-Training Path

State of Washington; Kennewick (WA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services’ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) seeks a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor at VRC1–VRC3 in-training level. You will provide counseling and case management to help individuals with disabilities explore career options and pursue meaningful employment.

This role emphasizes structured training, supervision, and practical experience to grow toward VRC3, with collaboration across schools, employers, and community partners.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling or related field (social work, psychology, disability studies, HR, education).
• Acceptance or enrollment in an accredited graduate program for a qualifying master's degree.
• At least one year of paid or unpaid experience in disability services, advocacy, employment support, HR, training, or related work.

Responsabilidades

• Provide vocational rehabilitation counseling and case management with appropriate training and supervision.
• Assess customers' strengths, barriers, interests, and goals.
• Determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services.
• Help customers develop and carry out Individualized Plans for Employment.
• Arrange and interpret vocational assessments and diagnostic information.
• Support informed choices about training, accommodations, and employment services.
• Monitor progress and adjust employment plans as needs change.
• Coordinate with employers, schools, and community service providers.
• Maintain case records, manage deadlines, and support employment outcomes.

Conocimientos

Counseling methods

Disability-related barriers

informed employment decisions

Case documentation

Relationship building with employers/s

Educación

Bachelor's in vocational rehabilitation counseling or related field

Enrollment in qualifying graduate program

1 year of related experience

Descripción del empleo

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services’ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) seeks a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor at VRC1–VRC3 in-training level. You will provide counseling and case management to help individuals with disabilities explore career options and pursue meaningful employment.

This role emphasizes structured training, supervision, and practical experience to grow toward VRC3, with collaboration across schools, employers, and community partners.