Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs in Roanoke, VA

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 Counselor (Student and Youth Counselor) - #ARS00731
  • Commonwealth of VA Careers
  • Roanoke, VA FULL_TIME
  • Title: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Student and Youth Counselor) - #ARS00731

    State Role Title: Counselor II

    Hiring Range: Minimum starting salary is $53,136 commensurate with experience.

    Pay Band: 4

    Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs

    Location: Aging & Rehab Svcs

    Agency Website: https://www.dars.virginia.gov

    Recruitment Type: General Public - G

     

    If working on a team with a focus on client success sounds like something you are interested in, then this is the place to be!

    Job Duties:

    In partnership with people with disabilities, the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DRS) is a division with the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). DRS assists individuals with disabilities to make informed choices that will maximize their employment through coordinated service delivery. DRS staff will assist the Virginia Career Works Network to deliver quality workforce services to individuals with disabilities who want to work and employers seeking to hire them.

    We are seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. In partnership with persons with disabilities and in compliance with federal, state, and agency policy and procedures, provides pre-employment transition services (Pre-ETS) which result in successful transitions of students and youth with disabilities to postsecondary life.  This includes successful transitions to postsecondary education/training, competitive integrated employment and enhanced independent living outcomes.  Caseload consists of students and youth with all types of disabilities. 

    The incumbent in this position will work out of our Roanoke DRS office, which provides services to individuals (students and adults) with multiple disabilities in the counties of Roanoke, Botetourt, Alleghany, Craig and the cities of Salem and Roanoke.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    *Telework is limited*

    In accordance with 34 CFR 361.10, 34 CFR 361.11, and Virginia’s Combined State Plan under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), applicants are required to have a Masters’ degree in order to be qualified for this position.  Applicants within a semester of completing their master's may also be considered."

    Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or closely related field required. Transcripts must accompany the application and they must display the date that the degree was awarded. Applicants who are within a semester of completion of a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or a closely related field will be considered if the application is accompanied by a transcript that verifies the anticipated graduation date. 

    Demonstrated knowledge of social, economic, medical, vocational, educational and emotional issues impacting students with disabilities; interviewing and counseling techniques; methods and tools for career counseling and exploration; and the principles and practices of vocational service delivery to students with disabilities age 14-24. 

    Additional Considerations:

    Knowledge of the principles and practices of vocational service delivery to persons with disabilities. Knowledge of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance requirements. 

    Skills/Abilities:

    Demonstrated skill in leading groups of students; providing training and technical assistance; facilitating meetings and team processes; team building and collaborative problem-solving; negotiating diverse community organizations, agencies, and other resources; and client-focused advocacy. 

    Skilled in Windows based computer usage and the ability to learn proprietary software for case management/case documentation purposes. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, families, LEAs and community organizations. Ability to: organize and manage multiple and sometimes unrelated responsibilities in a timely manner; prioritize duties; and exercise responsible judgment with minimal supervision. 


    Current CRC credential preferred.

    Special Instructions:

    Master’s level transcripts or copy of current certification, if applicable, must accompany the application. Please note that the transcripts must display the date that the degree was awarded.

    • This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1. 
    • A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the finalist candidate. 
    • The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment (Va. Code § 2.2-3114).

    Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

    Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, Americorp, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

    To Apply:

    Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.


    Contact Information:

    Name: Human Resources
    Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov


    In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

     

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Counselor
  • Pinnacle Treatment Centers
  • Roanoke, VA FULL_TIME
  • We offer competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth. ***$5000 Sign On Bonus for Licensed Counselors Only*** Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a gro...
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Counselor
  • Pinnacle Treatment Brand
  • Pulaski, VA FULL_TIME
  • **$2,500 Sign On Bonus! ** We offer competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth. Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction tre...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Director of Rehabilitation
  • CommuniCare Family of Companies
  • Bluefield, WV FULL_TIME
  • DIRECTOR OF REHABILITATIONThe CommuniCare Family of Companies has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader at our Mercer Healthcare Center as a Director of Rehabilitation.As a CommuniCare employee...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Allied - Rehabilitation
  • Slate Healthcare
  • Bassett, VA FULL_TIME
  • Specialty: Rehabilitation Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Days Guaranteed Hours: 36hrs / wk Pay Rate: $1890 per week Benefits: Weekly Pay Benefits start day 1 Referral Bonus Medical benefits Dental b...
  • 23 Days Ago

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RN - Rehabilitation
  • Slate Healthcare
  • Salem, VA FULL_TIME
  • Specialty: Rehabilitation Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Days Guaranteed Hours: 36hrs / wk Pay Rate: $1890 per week Benefits: Weekly Pay Benefits start day 1 Referral Bonus Medical benefits Dental b...
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WAGE LPN or RN Charge Nurse
  • Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
  • Roanoke, VA
  • WAGE LPN or RN Charge Nurse Job no: 517073 Work type: Wage (Hourly) Location: Roanoke (City), Virginia Categories: Healt...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPN or RN Charge Nurse
  • Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
  • Roanoke, VA
  • LPN or RN Charge Nurse Job no: 517070 Work type: Full-Time (Salaried) Location: Roanoke (City), Virginia Categories: Hea...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Laborer - Highway Maintenance Part-Time (Salem Residency)
  • Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
  • Salem, VA
  • Laborer - Highway Maintenance Part-Time (Salem Residency) Job no: 5010035 Work type: Wage (Hourly) Location: Multiple Lo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
  • Roanoke, VA
  • Certified Nursing Assistant Job no: 517069 Work type: Full-Time (Salaried) Location: Roanoke (City), Virginia Categories...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Occupational Therapist Home Health PRN
  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Christiansburg, VA
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you will: As...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) (0.8%) is water. Roanoke is located in the valley and ridge province of Virginia immediately west of the Blue Ridge Mountains and east of the Allegheny Mountains Within the city limits is Mill Mountain, which stands detached from surrounding ranges. Its summit features the Roanoke Star, Mill Mountain Zoo, the Discovery Center interpretive building, and an overlook of the Roanoke Valley. The Appalachian Trail runs...
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Income Estimation for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs
$61,903 to $81,286
Roanoke, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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