VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR - MASTERS - 10272026- 81996

State of Tennessee

Spring Hill (TN)

Hybrid

USD 49,000 - 62,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The State of Tennessee is hiring a Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Human Services. You will provide services to individuals with disabilities, plan rehabilitation programs, and coordinate associated services in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, state background check, and CRCC certification or eligibility. Collaboration with vendors, schools, and employers is essential to promote rehabilitation services.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling is required.
Transcript must be provided at time of application.
All applicants must complete a criminal history disclosure form and release records.
Possess valid motor vehicle operator's license where required.
CRCC certification or eligibility to test must be demonstrated.

Responsibilities

Assess and determine eligibility for services based on customer data.
Monitor labor market trends to support job placement outcomes.
Conduct assessments of skills, interests, and goals for customers.
Develop and implement personalized rehabilitation and employment plans.
Arrange appointments, trainings, and assessments for client participation.

Skills

Decision Quality

Communicates Effectively

Instills Trust

Situational Adaptability

Active Learning

Complex Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Judgment & Decision Making

Education

Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling

Tools

General Office Equipment

Computer/Laptop/Tablet

Multifunction Printer

Cell Phone

Job description

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/27/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/27/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time 11/09/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly) $4,098.00 - $5,129.00

Salary (Annually) $49,176.00 - $61,548.00

Job Type Full-Time

City, State Location

Columbia, TN

Spring Hill, TN

Department Human Services

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, MAURY COUNTY

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

This position is designed as Hybrid (In office and Remote).

For More Information, Visit The Link Below

https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/human-services/documents/VRCM_Maury_11226.pdf/jcr:content/renditions/original

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling

Within 90 days of hire, must submit an educational plan for approval and apply for admission to an accredited university for enrollment of additionally required courses. Must enroll, at their own expense, in the following courses in accordance with their education plan: Professional Orientation & Ethics in Rehabilitation Counseling, Medical & Psychosocial Aspects of Disabilities, Theories & Techniques of Counseling, and satisfactorily complete all within thirty-six months from the date of hire. Current State employees must enroll in their first course in an academic semester beginning within the first six months of appointment. Newly hired employees must enroll no later than the first academic semester beginning after completion of six months of employment. OR
Within 90 days of hire, submit a request for a pre-review, at their own expense, to the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) that results in confirmation that they meet the eligibility criteria to test for the Certified Rehab Counselor Certification and provide official notification from the CRCC. OR
Have an active Certified Rehab Counselor Certification from the CRCC.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority.
Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority.
Supply a fingerprint sample prescribed by the TBI based criminal history records check.
Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment in some positions.
All individuals will be required to produce a transcript at the time of application, which verifies their degree and courses completed. As a condition of employment, individuals who do not have a master's in Rehabilitation Counseling will be required to complete additional requirements as outlined in the above minimum qualifications in the timeframes specified.

Overview

An employee in this class is responsible for providing services to individuals with disabilities in the selection, preparation for, and planning of an individual rehabilitation program and arranges services for customers. This class differs from that of a VR Field Supervisor in that an incumbent of the latter supervises employees within this classification. This class differs from that of a Voc Rehab Case Manager in that the latter coordinates comprehensive services and acts as a liaison and advocate for adult students in a residential vocational training facility.

Responsibilities

Collects customer's medical and psychological information and determines their eligibility for services. Monitors local labor market trends to facilitate effective job placement and maximize employment outcomes.
Conducts assessments to evaluate customer's skills, abilities, occupational interests, and goals. Reviews assessment data to identify appropriate goals and opportunities and directs them toward suitable employment opportunities.
Uses counseling and guidance to interpret and explains medical, psychological, and vocational information to customers. Empowers customers to make informed decisions concerning their goals.
Collaborates with customers to develop and implement personalized rehabilitation and employment plans that align with their vocational and employment goals. Evaluates customer's progress and employment readiness and amends plans as needed to ensure successful outcomes.
Arranges appointments, training sessions, and assessments to facilitate customer participation in vocational programs. Requests authorizations for services provided and ensures vendors receive payment.
Investigates complaints to resolve customer and employer concerns. Documents customer data, process case expenditures, and monitor case progress in case management systems.
Educates employers and the public on rehabilitation services and the employment of individuals with disabilities and promotes qualified applicants to employers.
Cultivates professional relationships with internal staff, vendors, school systems, agencies, institutions, employers, and community organizations to identify potential applicants or available resources and promote rehabilitation services.

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