Title: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II
White River Junction, VT, US
Overview
HireAbility VT is looking for an experienced human service professional with a passion for supporting high school students and young adults with physical, psychological, or cognitive disabilities. Focus for youth is around career exploration, work readiness, self-advocacy, and post-secondary exploration. As the student transitions from high school, the HireAbility counselor would help the student identify post-secondary employment, education and training options, and assist them in engaging in these activities.
The position involves a close working relationship with local area high schools. Experience in counseling, post-secondary education, special education, and/or background in employment services is beneficial. Previous work with adolescents is extremely helpful.
Job duties include:
- Assessment, guidance, and counseling, and assisting in finding employment and work experiences
- Case management, documentation, and collaboration with many community partners
- Good computer skills are required and must be proficient in MS Office as well as various video platforms
- Frequent travel will be expected to local schools
This position is being recruited at 3 levels: VR Associate Counselor, and VR Counselor I & II which requires a Masters Degree. The preferred degree is a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling, but Masters in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Education and others will be considered. Applicants must apply for each of the levels which they qualify and wish to be considered. For more information about employment with HireAbility, watch this video.
Who May Apply
This position, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II (Job Requisition #50082), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.
Associate Counselor: 50044
Counselor I: 50081
Counselor II: 50082
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Melissa.Conly@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed in a variety of settings including Department offices, consumer homes, institutions, work sites, and premises of service providers. Substantial travel is required, for which private means of transportation must be available. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, psychology, social work, special education or counseling, education with a special education focus, or a related counseling field AND one (1) or more years of experience at a professional level in the provision of vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Requirements
Candidates without a degree in Rehabilitation Counseling will be expected to demonstrate successful completion of the following graduate level coursework:
1. Medical or Psychosocial Aspects of Disabilities
2. Vocational Counseling
3. Vocational Assessment and Evaluation
4. Job Placement or Occupational Information
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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