Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor I-ii - Wilmington, United States - State of Delaware

State of Delaware

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Wilmington, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

A class incumbent is responsible for the provision and coordination of rehabilitative services for physically or mentally disabled clients for the purpose of developing and implementing an individualized rehabilitation program leading to employment.

Essential Functions:

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.

Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Obtains, reviews and analyzes relevant medical, psychological, psychiatric, social, educational and vocational data to determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services.
Provides specialized counseling to clients and family members to aid in achieving satisfactory vocational adjustment.
Formulates individualized written rehabilitation plans to meet clients needs.
Coordinates services with other agencies, hospitals, clinics, schools and other community resources to meet the needs of the client, and monitor client progress.
Initiates rehabilitation plans, authorize and encumber funds for plans, not to exceed amount determined by DVR Director.
Provides job development and placement services to include establishment and maintenance of employer accounts and followup to insure satisfactory adjustment to the job.
Serves as a liaison for division with related agencies and institutions.
Prepares case documentation and reports to justify expenditures and monitor client progress and outcome.

Job Requirement Series:

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor I***Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social or Behavioral Science or related field.
Knowledge of case management which includes assessing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating options and services to meet an individuals human service needs using effective counseling or interviewing techniques as well as other available resources such as service plans or case management systems.
Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation.
Knowledge of interpreting vocational rehabilitation laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of making recommendations as part of a clients service plan such as clinical treatment, counseling, or determining eligibility for health or human services/benefits.

Knowledge of narrative report writing.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of a Masters degree or higher in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social or Behavioral Science or related field OR Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) designation.
At least one year experience in vocational rehabilitation.
Six months experience in analyzing and interpreting medical, psychiatric, psychological, psychosocial, educational and vocational reports from medical, psychological, and other experts to determine eligibility or an individuals vocational rehabilitation needs.
Six months experience in case management which includes assessing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating options and services to meet an individuals human service needs.
Six months experience in interpreting vocational rehabilitation laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.

Additional Posting Information:

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for
Telework according to the State of Delaware's Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

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The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce.

We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.