VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR II

State of careers Rhode Island; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Rhode Island is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II to assess and plan employment pathways for individuals with disabilities. The role emphasizes reviewing multidisciplinary data, developing client-centered employment plans, and coordinating with community resources to achieve employment outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling and prior VR experience, with state-wide responsibilities and a Monday–Friday schedule in Rhode Island.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from an accredited program.
• Experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor in public or private settings.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations governing VR services.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assessments resulting in employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
• Review medical, vocational, educational and psychosocial data for eligibility decisions.
• Develop and monitor employment plans with clients and coordinate services.
• Utilize community resources and rehabilitation technology to support clients.
• Maintain accurate records and report on progress and outcomes.

Skills

Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation

Assessment and planning

Interpersonal counseling

Coordination with community resources

Education

Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling

Experience as Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Job description

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

Healthcare Health & Allied Professionals

Salary

$76,460.00 - $86,474.00

Job Profile

JC-02843700-77 - Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II (RIASSE L580 DHS DCYF BHDDH DOC)

Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

35 Hours - Standard

Job Requisition Number

JR104038 VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR II (Open)

Pay Grade

C00A27 A

Classification

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform complex assessment duties resulting in employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities in connection with a statewide program of vocational rehabilitation; to review, evaluate and interpret medical, vocational, educational, and psychological data in order to make accurate eligibility and planning decisions based on such information; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgement; work is subject to review for conformance to rules, regulations, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: As required, may supervise the work of professional subordinates and support staff.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• To perform complex assessment duties resulting in employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities in connection with a statewide program of vocational rehabilitation; to review, evaluate and interpret medical, vocational, educational, and psychosocial data in order to make accurate eligibility and planning decisions based on such information.
• To identify types of disabilities and the functional limitations associated with such disabilities.
• To effectively utilize community resources, support services, and rehabilitation technology as they relate to persons with disabilities.
• To perform job development, job analysis, and labor market analysis activities and apply those skills to achieving employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
• To provide responsible vocational counseling and guidance to eligible clients.
• To develop, in partnership with clients, effective employment plans with realistic employment goals and to monitor progress towards those goals.
• To ascertain economic trends through statistical and demographic research and determinations.
• To assist in reviewing cases from a clinical and technical perspective in order to monitor for compliance with laws, rules, and regulations.
• To keep accurate records and make detailed written reports.
• To participate in activities of various committees, councils or commissions as required.
• To do related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITITES: A thorough knowledge of approved methods and procedures used in vocational rehabilitation including the various related laws, rules and regulations; a thorough knowledge of educational and vocational training opportunities, community rehabilitation and treatment facilities, labor market analysis, employment strategies, and economic trends; the ability to conduct personnel fact-finding interviews, evaluate data, and make accurate and appropriate eligibility decisions; the ability to prepare complete and accurate reports; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Graduation from a graduate school of recognized standing with a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling; and

Experience: Employment as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor in a private or public rehabilitation agency.

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Supplemental Information

This position specifically serves the specialized blind service region (region 7) of the Vocational Rehabilitation division and operates statewide. In particular, this position works with individuals who experience employment barriers due to vision impairments which may impact multiple life areas including adjustment to blindness, independence, education, employment, transportation, personal care, communication, and basic access to information.

Work involves intake and eligibility determination, assessment, counseling, guidance and referral, case planning and service coordination with individuals who are either blind or significantly visually impaired, maybe deaf- blind and/or English language proficient.

Includes those populations of blind & visually impaired adults and students in high school and post-secondary education settings, as well as those with behavioral, intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/ or other co-occurring physical and/or medical potentially disabling conditions , as well as potentially eligible transition age students in secondary education programs.

The individual hired to fill this position is being hired into an E-Verify site which contains Federal tax Information (FTI), as defined in IRS Publication 1075. Although the individual may not have direct access to FTI, the individual is required to have their employment eligibility validated through E-Verify.

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf

https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf

Benefits

For information regarding thebenefits available to State of RhodeIsland employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits’ website athttp://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.

Also, be advised thata new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.