Vocational Rehab Counselor Intern - Remote Options

Wayne State University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services in Pittsburgh offers an internship for aspiring Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors. The program supports individuals with disabilities toward meaningful employment and includes hands-on client work and service coordination.

Upon completing the internship and degree requirements, interns may be promoted to a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. The role serves Allegheny County with possible telework after training.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in final year of a master's degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation education, or rehabilitation administration.
• Authorization by college/university to participate in Commonwealth's Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern Program; must be in final semester.
• PA residency requirement waived for this title.

Responsibilities

• Referral outreach with local partners.
• Conduct face-to-face client interviews to assess needs and determine eligibility.
• Develop and monitor individualized rehabilitation plans; adjust plans for success.
• Coordinate evaluations, authorize expenditures, and coordinate service delivery.
• Provide counseling and refer clients to job openings; follow up after placement.
• Enter, write, and update detailed information and case notes in electronic systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Customer service

Education

Master's degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services in Pittsburgh offers an internship for aspiring Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors. The program supports individuals with disabilities toward meaningful employment and includes hands-on client work and service coordination.

Upon completing the internship and degree requirements, interns may be promoted to a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. The role serves Allegheny County with possible telework after training.