Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

2 weeks ago

The Dalles, United States State of Oregon Full time
Initial Posting Date:
05/01/2024

Application Deadline:
05/22/2024

Agency:
Department of Human Services

Salary Range:
$4,454 - $6,516

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Job Description:

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the Equity North Star as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination, and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to apply.

Are you passionate about assisting Oregonians with disabilities? Would you enjoy an opportunity to connect people with disabilities to resources that will support optimal independence and employment outcomes?

If you're looking for a career that will make a difference in the lives of more than 1 million Oregonians, join our team Join our Team

The Office Vocational Rehabilitation Program, part of the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), is looking for talented individuals with a passion for public service to apply for our Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) position. As a VRC, you will work on increasing employment and advancement opportunities for persons with disabilities. You will complete the initial interview, and eligibility determination determines the nature and scope of services necessary to address disability barriers and ensures identified services are provided and/or coordinated with various partnerships. You will provide information and referral to adjunct services that impact independence and enhance employment outcomes.

You will lead to providing culturally appropriate services where individuals are treated respectfully, compassionately, and effectively in a manner that recognizes, affirms, and values the worth of children, individuals, families, and communities, protecting and preserving the dignity of each. This includes culture, language, national origin, class, race, age, ethnic background, disability, stage of development, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and other differences/diversity factors.

ABOUT Vocational Rehabilitation Program

The Vocational Rehabilitation Program (VR) mission is to assist Oregonians with disabilities to achieve and maintain in advance in employment and independence. VR is a state and federally funded program that works in partnership with the community and with business to develop employment opportunities for people who have disabilities. Vocational Rehabilitation programs are custom designed for each individual. Vocational Rehabilitation is a statewide program that serves approximately 12,000 Oregonians with disabilities annually, with a total staff of approximately 280 employees. Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation assists Oregonians with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment and independence. Services include:
  • Vocational Counseling and Guidance
  • Evaluation
  • Physical Restoration
  • Vocational and other training services
  • Information and referral
  • Job Development and Job Search Assistance
Your duties at a glance

As a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, you will:

Caseload Management
  • Responsible for performing all functions necessary to manage full caseload and contribute to 40 plans and 24 rehabs per FTE.
  • Assures agency standards for compliance, timelines, and quality are met for all cases.
  • Collect, synthesize, and analyze medical and psychological information to determine eligibility for VR services.
  • Provides ADA and 504 sire assessment to employers. Screen, interview and evaluate referrals to determine potential eligibility for services.
  • Makes determinations regarding physicians, psychiatrists, and medical consultants.
  • Develop and implement rehab plans with each client and tracks progress.
  • Ensures caseload management/movement exceeds agency standards and meets or exceeds State and Federal requirements for documentation.
Budget Management
  • Manages assigned caseload budget, makes and justifies decisions for the expenditure of funds to meet specific individual needs, follows established procedure and documentation procedures.
  • Responsible for managing, maintaining, and monitoring budget.
  • Make recommendations to management as needed regarding budget.
What you need to qualify

A Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as one that promotes the physical, psychosocial, or vocational well-being of individuals with disabilities AND two years of full-time work experience vocational rehabilitation-related services

OR

A Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling OR be certified by either the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), the Certified Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist (CIRS), OR the Certification of Disability Management Specialists Commission as a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), AND six months full-time work experience providing vocational rehabilitation-related services

OR

A Master's degree in psychology, counseling, or a field related to vocational rehabilitation (such as one that promotes the physical, psychosocial, or vocational well-being of individuals with disabilities) AND one-year full-time work experience providing vocational rehabilitation-related services.

There is no direct experience substitute for a Bachelor's degree.

Essential attributes

We are looking for candidates with:
  • Communication: Ability to professionally interact with a high volume of diverse customers communicating decisions of benefits or services that exceeds the customers' expectations.
  • Customer Service Skills: including exceptional communication skills while interacting with the public, coworkers, and managers.
  • Process skills: facilitation, problem-solving
  • Active listening: The ability to understanding individuals' needs and demonstrating compassion
  • The ability to work objectively and in a supportive way with people under emotional and financial stress and from a wide variety of cultures.
  • Experience in understanding implementation of Federal laws and regulations
  • Ability to prioritize and work under critical timelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate, engage, and build collaborative relationships with people.
Please clearly describe how you meet these attributes within your application materials. These attributes will determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), A place to belong and make a difference
  • When you join the ODHS, you join a community of over 10,000 employees dedicated to serving and helping Oregonians achieve well-being and independence through opportunities that protect, empower, respect choice, and preserve dignity.
  • Connect with ODHS Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and find a place to belong, build community and participate in shared learning. ERGs are employee-driven committees that support each other as well as the ODHS' overall mission and vision.
  • We are committed to building an antiracist and equitable agency. Equity is foundational to our role as a human services agency, and we are committed to integrating equity into all we do. The Equity North Star has four points that explain the agency's goals related to equity, inclusion, and racial justice.
  • We know that life is unpredictable and ODHS cares about keeping you well. Enjoy a work-life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, and competitive benefits packages including health, dental, vision and much more
  • If you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you might benefit from the Student Loan Forgiveness Program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full-time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
Working conditions
  • In person office work, this is NOT a remote position
  • Daily, work with a diverse group of program participants with physical, mental, and/or emotional disabilities.
  • Travel may be required to meet business needs or to attend employee training classes. Work in an environment with frequent interruptions due to phone calls and staff or client needs.
  • Must have the ability to prioritize and work under critical timelines.
  • Frequent local or out of town travel is necessary
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record to use state vehicles. Reasonable accommodations per the ADA or creative solutions in certain cases may be used to meet this need.
  • May encounter angry, hostile, frustrated individuals as well as those with behavioral or cognitive challenges.
  • May be assigned to other branch offices as needed.
How to apply

Your work history profile, cover letter, and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
  • Please upload a resume or complete the work history profile. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
  • A cover letter is high recommended but not required, one that demonstrates how you meet the Minimum Qualifications, and essential attributes, listed. We read every letter submitted to help us understand your experience related to the position
  • Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
  • If you are not a current State of Oregon employee: view this application instructional video.
  • After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
  • After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.
Additional requirements:
  • Finalists for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history and abuse/neglect check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment. Fingerprints may be required.
  • The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Helpful information
  • This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
  • This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
  • Have questions about Workday, and want some tips on understanding the state application process? Check out our Oregon job opportunities page.
  • For questions about the job duties or application process, please contact Bonnie Nyssen via email at bonnie.nyssen@odhs.oregon.gov . Please be sure to include the job requisition number.

  • Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

    2 weeks ago

    The Dalles, United States State of Oregon Full time

    Job Description: We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively working to build an equitable agency with the as our guide toward our vision of an agency free of racism, discrimination, and bias. We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve...

  • Peer Counselor

    7 days ago

    The Bronx, United States Project Renewal Full time

    Peer Counselor Shelter- Marsha's, 480 East 185th St, Bronx, New York, United States of America Req #913 Tuesday, March 19, 2024 Title: Peer Counselor Program: Marsha’s House (Bronx) Salary: $35,000 Program Overview: Marsha’s House is an 81 bed 24/7 emergency shelter for homeless young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify...

  • Substance Abuse Counselor CASAC

    4 weeks ago

    The Bronx, United States Triboro Center Full time

    Triboro Center - Triboro Center is hiring a Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) for our Skilled Nursing Facility in The Bronx, NY. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, be a credentialed CASAC counselor, and should have completed 350 hours of OASAS approved CASAC training. Candidate should also have strong leadership skills with a very positive...

  • Genetic Counselor

    7 days ago

    The Woodlands, United States Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital Full time

    At Houston Methodist, the Genetic Counselor position is responsible fordelivering genetic counseling for individuals with genetically caused and predisposed disorders or diagnosed with or at risk for cancers with hereditary genetic components. This position functions as part of an interprofessional team including physicians, Ph.Ds. nurses and other allied...

  • LVN/RN Charge Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    The Woodlands, United States Park Manor of The Woodlands Full time

    *Park Manor of The Woodlands is seeking to add a RN/ LVN Charge Nurse to the team!** *2-10p &10p-6a Full-time openings** *Rotating shifts*Are you a dedicated Registered or Licensed Vocational Nurse passionate about long term care and looking for a progressive career in healthcare? Do you want to work with a *leader in the rehabilitation *arena, *specializing...

  • OMH Certified Peer Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    The Bronx, United States VNS Health Full time

    Overview VNS Health Peer Specialists are living examples of the transformative power of behavioral health intervention programs and who can uniquely relate to those that would benefit from VNS Health Behavioral Health services. Peer Specialists embody our core values of Empathy, Integrity, and Agility to engage and connect community members suffering from...

  • Pediatric Occupational Therapist

    1 month ago

    The Bronx, United States Bond Health Staffing Full time

    Occupational Therapist Needed Full time Or Part time Job Summary Weekly Pay! Tired of working long shifts with an overwhelming patient load? Come work with an organization where you can make a difference, working with a smaller number of patients for reasonable hours. Work for an organization and a pioneer in providing cutting edge programs and...

  • OMH Certified Peer Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    The Bronx, United States VNS Health Full time

    Overview VNS Health Peer Specialists are living examples of the transformative power of behavioral health intervention programs and who can uniquely relate to those that would benefit from VNS Health Behavioral Health services. Peer Specialists embody our core values of Empathy, Integrity, and Agility to engage and connect community members suffering from...

  • OMH Certified Peer Specialist

    1 month ago

    The Bronx, United States VNS Health Full time

    OverviewVNS Health Peer Specialists are living examples of the transformative power of behavioral health intervention programs and who can uniquely relate to those that would benefit from VNS Health Behavioral Health services. Peer Specialists embody our core values of Empathy, Integrity, and Agility to engage and connect community members suffering from...

  • OMH Certified Peer Specialist

    4 days ago

    THE BRONX, United States VNS Health Full time

    OverviewVNS Health Peer Specialists are living examples of the transformative power of behavioral health intervention programs and who can uniquely relate to those that would benefit from VNS Health Behavioral Health services. Peer Specialists embody our core values of Empathy, Integrity, and Agility to engage and connect community members suffering from...

  • PCA/Unit Admin Asst, Neuro Acute Care

    7 days ago

    The Woodlands, United States Houston Methodist Full time

    At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant/Unit Administrative Assistant (PCA/UAA) position is responsible for performing key functions that support the interprofessional team in delivering high quality, cost-effective care. The PCA/UAA position demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated...

  • Chaplain - Full Time

    7 days ago

    The Woodlands, United States Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital Full time

    At Houston Methodist, the Chaplain position is responsible for providing spiritual care to meet the spiritual, religious, and emotional needs of Houston Methodist patients and their family members. This position provides spiritual care support for Houston Methodist employees, visitors and physicians and position makes spiritual care visits with patients to...

  • PCA/Unit Admin Asst, Cardiac Tele, Days

    2 weeks ago

    The Woodlands, United States Houston Methodist Full time

    At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant/Unit Administrative Assistant (PCA/UAA) position is responsible for performing key functions that support the interprofessional team in delivering high quality, cost-effective care. The PCA/UAA position demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated...

  • OMH Certified Peer Specialist

    1 month ago

    The Bronx, NY, United States VNS Health Full time

    OverviewVNS Health Peer Specialists are living examples of the transformative power of behavioral health intervention programs and who can uniquely relate to those that would benefit from VNS Health Behavioral Health services. Peer Specialists embody our core values of Empathy, Integrity, and Agility to engage and connect community members suffering from...

  • PCA/Unit Admin Asst, Neuro Acute Care

    2 weeks ago

    The Woodlands, United States Houston Methodist Full time

    At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant/Unit Administrative Assistant (PCA/UAA) position is responsible for performing key functions that support the interprofessional team in delivering high quality, cost-effective care. The PCA/UAA position demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated...