Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

3 weeks ago

Phoenix, United States State of Arizona Full time

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY
- Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. _
- DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona._
- DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life._

**VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR**

Job Location:
Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA)
5324 E. Washington, Bldg. A, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Posting Details:
**Salary**: $48,510.17 - $55,440.52 annually

Grade: 20

Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received

Job Summary:
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.
DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA). This position will report to the Supervisor and provide vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance to individuals with disabilities to address barriers to employment and gain the skills to enter, gain, or retain employment. This position will serve in a hybrid work environment.
Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following tiers:

- Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Bachelor's degree in a field of study reasonably related to rehabilitation counseling or another field that reasonably prepares individuals to work with individuals with disabilities and employers and two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Intermediate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Master's degree in a field of study closely related to rehabilitation counseling and one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities (Closely related fields are defined by Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.)
- Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Meets Intermediate credential requirements plus has a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification
Annual salary is commensurate with education and qualifications, ranging from $48,510.17 to $55,440.52
This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (minimum 2 days per week in the office/hoteling).
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- Introduces clients to the vocational rehabilitation program including program eligibility criteria and client’s right and responsibilities
- Reviews client’s medical and/or psychological information to identify employment needs and goals as well as available services and resources
- Provides vocational counseling, career exploration, and labor market exploration to determine suitable employment goals
- Meets with clients on a one-on-one basis to problem solve and establish or modify an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)
- Provides case management and maintains regular contact with clients, service providers, and collaborative programs, and assess services and IPE progress
- Manages fiscal resources including authorizing, reviewing, and payment of services

Intermediate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- Same duties as listed above and the following duties:

- Provides case management to clients with complex needs and goals
- Serves as program liaison for specialized groups
- Provides guidance to Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors

Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- Same duties listed above and the following duties:

- May serve as back up to the Rehabilitation Supervisor
- Provides case management to clients with high complexity level

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

- Knowledge of Federal and State laws, statutes, rules, regulations pertaining to vocational rehabilitation services
- At least one year of case management experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Broad knowledge of physical, mental, and cognitive disabilities
- Familiar with referral and community resources
- Understands computer access technology and assistive aids & devices
- Knowledge of occupational opportunities and labor market trends
- Ability to motivate clients in achieving goals
- Effective oral and written communication
- Strong time management skills
- Resourceful and problem solver
- Excellent interpersonal skills

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