Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor

State of Ohio; The Plains (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Paid time off

Education and development

Job summary

State of Ohio through Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor to lead a team of counselors and oversee day-to-day service delivery to support employment outcomes for Ohioans with disabilities.

You will guide staff development, ensure compliance, and manage referrals, intake, and reporting. Travel within Ohio may be required as part of community outreach and partnerships.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience as vocational rehabilitation counselor or vocational rehabilitation program specialist with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities.
• Undergraduate core program in human services area AND 5 years' experience in private/governmental agency with direct counseling services.
• Graduate core program in human services area AND 4 years' experience in private/governmental agency with direct counseling services.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors delivering services to help participants achieve employment goals.
• Review cases for compliance and quality, monitor expenditures, and support staff development.
• Coordinate referral and intake processes, handle participant concerns, and prepare program progress reports.
• Represent OOD with partner organizations, schools, businesses, and other agencies to strengthen resources for participants.
• Assist with contracts or grants and participate in outreach to explain OOD programs and goals.

Skills

Vocational Rehabilitation

Education

Undergraduate core program in human services

Graduate core program in human services

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Agency Contact Name and Information: Melanie Sonnier, [e-mail]

Work Location: 86 Columbus Road, Athens, Ohio, 45701-1302, United States

Compensation: $40.40/hour (unless required by legislation)

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 8AM - 5PM M-F

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill: Vocational Rehabilitation

Who We Are

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Our agency works with partners in businesses, education, and non‑profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities; and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio. We help connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources, support, and opportunities that fit their unique needs, abilities, and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful employment. To learn more about what we do, please visit our website at ood.ohio.gov.

What You'll Do

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor to join our team and support our mission of helping Ohioans with disabilities achieve employment and greater independence. This role offers an exciting opportunity to guide and develop a team of Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors who provide important services that help individuals reach their career goals. As a supervisor, you will oversee day‑to‑day service delivery, ensure consistent and timely support for participants, and help staff grow through coaching, training, and regular performance evaluation.

You will review cases and caseloads for compliance and quality, monitor expenditures, and support professional development across the team. You will support the referral and intake process, handle participant concerns, and prepare reports that reflect program progress and outcomes. When needed, you may temporarily take on caseload duties or assist with administrative projects within the area or statewide.

This position also plays an impactful role in building community relationships. You will represent OOD with partner organizations, school systems, businesses, and other agencies to strengthen resources for participants and facilitate collaboration. This includes participating in committees, attending meetings, supporting inter‑agency agreements, and helping identify strategies that improve services. You may also help develop contracts or grants and take part in outreach and public‑facing activities that explain OOD’s programs and goals.

Another important part of this role involves resolving concerns related to casework or business operations, responding to inquiries from the public or government officials, and keeping accurate records when issues arise.

To be successful in this role, you will need knowledge of budgeting, employee development, supervision, counseling, public and human relations, administrative management, and OOD’s policies and procedures. Strong reasoning skills are essential for identifying problems, gathering information, and drawing conclusions. You should be proficient using Microsoft Office and related agency software, as well as general office equipment. The role requires the ability to organize and classify information, work well with diverse individuals, and handle sensitive situations with professionalism. Understanding government processes and maintaining clear, respectful communication will help you guide your team and support the community effectively.

Division Information

The Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation provides vocational rehabilitation (VR) services to eligible individuals with disabilities to assist them to attain and maintain competitive integrated employment. OOD works with adults seeking to enter the workforce or retain a job, and with youth beginning at age 14 to assist them as they transition from high school into college and/or the workplace. For more information, click here to view the OOD Vocational Rehabilitation Fact Sheet.

Pay Information

Starting salary will be step 1, subject to law or union contract requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. You can find pay tables for all State of Ohio classifications at das.ohio.gov.

Location Requirements

Our roles are primarily in‑office to encourage collaboration and connection; however, some locations may have adjusted on‑site requirements based on space availability at this time. Reporting details will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.

Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license.

Background Check

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is amongst the top-ranked state agencies implementing inclusive and accessible planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire, sustain, and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the Ohioans we serve. If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact [e-mail] so proper arrangements can be made.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39), and as outlined in the posting.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*.

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS & Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experienceas vocational rehabilitation counselor or vocational rehabilitation program specialist with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities.
• -Or completion of undergraduate core program in human services area AND 5 years' experiencein private/governmental agency in position providing direct counseling services.
• -Or completion of graduate core program in human services area AND 4 years' experiencein private/governmental agency in a position providing direct counseling services.
• -Or equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Job Skills: Vocational Rehabilitation