Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs in Baton Rouge, LA
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor provides vocational rehabilitation services to disabled individuals in order to facilitate their employment and/or reemployment. Evaluates patients' interests, qualifications, and limitations to develop appropriate employment objectives for them. Being a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor requires a bachelor's/master's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Vocational Rehabilitation/Employment Services Coordinator
- XP Works LLC
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Baton Rouge, LA
FULL_TIME
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The Vocational Rehabilitation/Employment Services (VR/ES) Coordinator will act as the primary liaison and manager for all Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Services programs under Opportunity Now's Adult Services Division. The VR/ES Coordinator works with and under the direct supervision of the Director of Adult Services and the Executive Management Team to support comprehensive programs intended to engage a diverse population of individuals. These programs promote self-sufficiency and enrich the lives of participants with various backgrounds through career opportunities that lead to an enhanced quality of life.
Qualifications- Bachelor?s degree in education, social work, psychology, rehabilitation services, or related disciplines, with two (2) years of direct supervisory or management experience.
- Three (3) years of work experience in a human services field, education, or career/employment counseling or related field.
- Experience developing and managing budgets, hiring, and training, supervising and assessing personnel.
- Must have strong and polished interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Must be highly organized and able to work well with others.
- Experience planning events; experience with curriculum planning and implementation.
- Must have reliable, independent transportation and be willing to travel.
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Must be willing and able to travel
- $52,000/year
- Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
- 401k with matching
- Paid time off (holidays, vacation & sick leave)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity to work with a progressive and innovative leadership team.
- Opportunity for potential growth in the company
- Use of company computer
- Follow established policies and procedures for maintaining the integrity of the program and ensure those policies are being implemented among staff.
- Assist in the development of short and long-term plans for programs, monitor progress, assure adherence and evaluate performance.
- Assist in design of performance objectives and implement and monitor programming to meet desired outcomes.
- Support planning and coordination of a program and its activities.
- Develop yearly outreach plan according to program needs and capacity.
- Ensure that databases are maintained, which includes keeping participant and prospect information and mailing list updated.
- Supervise Employment Specialists, Classroom Instructors and Program Assistants by articulating expectations, displaying model behavior, maintaining open lines of communication and being clear about roles and relationships.
- Organize training seminars to address staff needs and identify relevant external training opportunities.
- Assist with the development of program marketing and communications strategies to support program goals and increase community awareness.
- Develop specific job opportunities that match the participants? skills, work experience, related training and interests.
- Screen and match Opportunity Now participants with employment opportunities based on their skills, work experience, hobbies and interests.
- Maintain relationships with existing employers and establish relationships with new employers who are willing to hire Opportunity Now participants.
- Maintain budget and track expenditures/transactions.
- Knowledge of principles and practices related to work readiness and life skills, educational issues, community services, or adult workforce development.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows based computer applications and database management.
- Able to work with a variety of populations, including returning citizens and individuals with disabilities.
- Creative, strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Flexible; possessing the ability to wear different hats on short notice.
- Work assignment travel required.
- Regularly required to sit, prolonged standing, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, and other office equipment.
- Work in an office and classroom environment engaging with multiple personality types in conjunction with cultural differences and learning styles.
- Work with a variety of populations, including at-risk youth and adults, and individuals with disabilities.
- Be Open to Off-Topic Conversations at proper times for discussion and building a rapport with students (ex. Politics, Current Events, Life)
Full-time - 10 Days Ago
Licensed Practical/ Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
- Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation
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Morgan, LA
FULL_TIME
- Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation is looking for YOU. Yes, you. The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse. You are the heroes who wear masks and scrubs. The love and compassion that you show toward others...
- 2 Days Ago
Licensed Practical/ Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
- Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation
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Plaquemine, LA
FULL_TIME
- Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation is looking for YOU. Yes, you. The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse. You are the heroes who wear masks and scrubs. The love and compassion that you show toward others...
- 1 Month Ago
Licensed Practical/ Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
- Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation
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Port Allen, LA
FULL_TIME
- Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation is looking for YOU. Yes, you. The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse. You are the heroes who wear masks and scrubs. The love and compassion that you show toward others...
- 1 Month Ago
Director of Rehabilitation
- Reliant Rehabilitation
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Baton Rouge, LA
FULL_TIME
- Overview **SEEKING A LICENSED THERAPIST OR THERAPY ASSISTANT TO TAKE ON THE DIRECTOR OF REHABILITATION ROLE** PHYSICAL THERAPIST PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST OCCUPATIONAL THERAP...
- 7 Days Ago
Director of Rehabilitation
- Reliant Rehabilitation
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Baton Rouge, LA
FULL_TIME
- Overview **SEEKING A LICENSED THERAPIST OR THERAPY ASSISTANT TO TAKE ON THE DIRECTOR OF REHABILITATION ROLE** PHYSICAL THERAPIST PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST OCCUPATIONAL THERAP...
- 7 Days Ago
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Transition Coordinator - Remote USA
- CBRE
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Baton Rouge, LA
- Transition Coordinator - Remote USA Job ID 164103 Posted 19-Apr-2024 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Physical Therapist - South Carolina
- Ati Physical Therapy
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Baton Rouge, LA
- Overview: The Position is Eligible for Relocation Bonus. Explore ATI Launch and Explore ATI Passport are internal Physic...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Chaperone
- Cayuse Holdings
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Baton Rouge, LA
- **Overview** The Travel Chaperone will be responsible for providing personalized care and services to youth in ORR care ...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Facilities Assistant
- Campus Apartments, LLC
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Baton Rouge, LA
- Overview Dedicated Facilities Assistant wanted! The Campus team is filled with passionate and enthusiastic people! Since...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
CAREGIVER (FULL-TIME) - South
- BrightSpring Health Services
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Baton Rouge, LA
- Our Company ResCare Community Living Overview Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Occupational Therapist HH, LA Baton Rouge HH STN, HH, 1036901, NonExempt
- Ochsner Home Health of Baton Rouge
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Baton Rouge, LA
- We are hiring for an Occupational Therapist. PRN At [Ochsner Home Health Baton Rouge], a part of LHC Group, we embrace a...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Assistant Professor of Radiology and Clinical Skills (Part- Time)
- Louisiana State University
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Baton Rouge, LA
- All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN Pediatric Private Duty
- Metairie LA HCBS
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Baton Rouge, LA
- We are hiring for a Pediatric Private Duty Registered Nurse in the Baton Rouge area and surrounding to provide pediatric...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Baton Rouge (/ˌbætən ˈruːʒ/ BAT-ən ROOZH; from French bâton rouge [bɑtɔ̃ ʁuʒ] (listen), meaning 'red stick') is the capital of the U.S. state of Louisiana. Located on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River, it is the parish seat of East Baton Rouge Parish, the most populous parish in Louisiana. It is the 99th most populous city in the United States, and second-largest city in Louisiana after New Orleans. It is also the 16th most populous state capital. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 2017 estimate, Baton Rouge had a population of 227,549, down from 229,493 at the 2010 census. Baton Rou...
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Income Estimation for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs
$63,466 to $83,329
Baton Rouge, Louisiana area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
What does a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor do?
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Counselors meet regularly with clients to monitor their progress in recovery, discuss their options, and help them develop and improve their job skills.
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