Job Information
State of Vermont Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor I & II & Associate in Springfield, Vermont
This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1168621
Overview
HireAbility Vermont is looking for an experienced human service professional with an ability to support high school students and young adults with physical, psychological, or cognitive disabilities. The VR counselor would assist individuals in preparing for employment through surveying their interest and skills and facilitate career exploratory activities and work experiences. As the student transitions from high school, the VR 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 and/or background in employment services is beneficial. Previous work with adolescents is extremely helpful.
Job duties include:
- Assessment, guidance, and counseling
- Assisting in finding employment and work experiences
- Case management
- Documentation
- Collaboration with many community providers
Good computer skills are required and must be proficient in MS Office as well as various video platforms (MS Teams, Zoom, Facetime, etc.). Frequent travel is expected.
This position is being recruited at 3 levels: VR Counselor I & II which requires a Master\'s degree and an Associate Counselor level which requires a bachelor\'s degree with the expectation of earning a Master\'s in Rehabilitation Counseling. The preferred degree is a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling, but Masters in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Education and others will be considered.
(Note: applicants must apply for each of the levels for which they qualify and wish to be considered.) For more information about employment with HireAbility,watch this video.
As of July 14, 2024 the step 1 rate for pay grade 23 will be \$26.57 per hour.
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.