Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator

Vocational Guidance Services; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Vocational Guidance Services in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator to evaluate participants, coordinate services, and connect individuals with community resources.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling (or related field) and a CRC certification or active enrollment in a qualifying program, with at least three years of experience coordinating disability services. Travel to meet participants is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field required.
• CRC certification preferred or enrollment in a qualifying Master’s degree program.
• Minimum three years coordinating services for people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of human services area (rehabilitation counseling, psychology, sociology, etc.).
• Must have reliable transportation to meet participants in their community.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate referred program participants with disabilities and assess suitability for services.
• Maintain contact with referral sources and inform them of eligibility decisions.
• Coordinate employment placement services and monitor client progress in the community.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation plans and assist with funding or services as needed.
• Prepare documentation related to plan activities and ensure timely approvals and financial handling.
• Collaborate with OOD liaison to maximize caseload and coordinate IPE approvals.

Skills

Counseling experience

Interagency coordination

Community networking

Education

Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling

Master's degree in related field

CRC certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Cleveland, OH 44103 - VGS - Cleveland, OH 44103

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Master's Degree

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $58,000.00

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Job Shift: Other - see details in job posting

Location: 2235 E. 55th St. Cleveland, OH 44103 with regular travel in the community to meet in-person with individuals

Employment Status: Full Time

FLSA: Exempt

Vocational Guidance Services (VGS) changes lives and strengthens our communities through services that educate, empower, and provide the opportunity to earn a paycheck! VGS is a highly acclaimed, successful, private, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) vocational rehabilitation agency with over 135 years of dedicated experience serving persons with disabilities or other barriers to employment. We are currently seeking to hire a Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator that will be responsible for performing the following job duties.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate referred program participants with disabilities who are interested in services through OOD. Evaluate personality, vocational aptitude, psychological academic information, work skills, interests and attitudes, types and effects of disabilities and environmental factors.
• Maintain contact with developed referral sources and informs them of eligibility decision.
• Assume responsibility for vacant caseload as necessary and as assigned.
• Assist with the referral of potentially eligible program participants to OOD for Eligibility Determination with the intent of connecting them in a time efficient manner to the VRP3 Program.
• Counsel clients to determine understanding of, and respond effectively to disability attitudes and emotional condition and concerns to provide support, assistance and motivation.
• Provide personal and social, as well as vocational advice, and attain client agreement to, and willingness to participate in appropriate individualized rehabilitation program.
• On the basis of evaluative results, plans the client program to help the client meet vocational goals and expectations (i.e. counsel clients in program services, determine services as necessary, research resources and arrange for payment of services and financial assistance, set up individual programs)
• Prepare necessary justifications, process reports and other required documentation related to plan activities, obtain approval of vocational rehabilitation, and obtain approval of plans from OOD as appropriate, and exercise fiscal responsibility for development and approval of all authorizations required under approved plans or programs.
• Implement plans or programs and follow up on client progress and continued appropriateness of services.
• Coordinate the provision of employment placement services for clients and evaluate all aspects of available jobs in relation to client disabilities.
• Follow up with employed and rehabilitated clients to determine suitability of employment and the need for further services.
• Review individual cases and entire case load to determine if all clients are receiving appropriate services and if caseload shows responsible movement.
• Work with OOD Liaison to ensure potential program participants are made eligible, or denied eligibility in a timely fashion. Likewise, work with OOD Liaison to ensure Coordinators Case Load is always at or near maximum. Work with OOD Liaison to ensure the recommended IPE is approved or modified as necessary and in a timely manner to maintain Case Load and individual program participant activity. The same priority applies for the OOD Liaisons verification of Program participant Closure on-the-job.
• Ensure all vendor invoices are appropriate, consistent with authorization(s) and approved and paid by OOD in a timely fashion.
• Regular attendance.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a positive manner that gets along with customers, vendors, program participants, co-workers and supervisors.
• Responsible for following agency safety policies and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Responsible for helping to identify and prepare individuals in the event of their absence for a short, intermediate or extended timeframe.

Qualifications

• A Masters degree in Rehabilitation Counseling; or
• A Masters degree in a closely related field (e.g. Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Special Education, Communication Disorders, Human Services); or
• Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC); or
• Current enrollment in a qualifying Masters degree program AND graduation prior to the hire date
• Three years experience coordinating services for people with disabilities, preferably in a vocational setting
• Knowledge of human services area (rehabilitation counseling, psychology, sociology, special education, social work, etc.)
• Knowledge of the social field, principles and techniques of motivation, worker traits and characteristics
• Knowledge of community resources, general and social services
• Must have reliable transportation to meet participants in their community, attend community partnership meetings, and trainings.

Vocational Guidance Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability & Veterans.