Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Company Name:
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is currently seeking
high energy, compassionate, motivated, flexible individuals
who are self-starters and share our passion.
We have an exciting opportunity for a
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
in Boise, Idaho.
Duties:
Conducts initial intake interviews with participants for the purpose of obtaining information and establishing positive working relationships.
Explains participant rights and responsibilities and provides information regarding the vocational rehabilitation program and processes.
Collects and analyzes information obtained from participant interviews, educational and medical records, consultation with other professionals and diagnostic evaluations to assess participants' abilities and needs and determines eligibility for services.
Arranges for evaluations and standardized testing including physical, psychological, neuropsychological, academic and vocational testing in order to obtain pertinent information to assess participant's needs and to develop their rehabilitation plans.
Assists participants in becoming actively engaged in their rehabilitation plans and supports them in making meaningful and informed choices regarding the selection of vocational goals and other rehabilitation services.
Utilizes and applies professional counseling techniques to assist participants with vocational, personal and psychological adjustments throughout the rehabilitation process.
Plans and arranges for courses of study or training and monitors participant's training program when applicable.
Analyzes participant's finances to determine their ability to invest in their rehabilitation plan.
Identifies barriers to participant's employment including inaccessible work sites, inflexible schedules and transportation issues and works with them to develop strategies to overcome these barriers such as finding resources and coordinating needed services.
Contacts and develops relationships with employers in order to provide employment opportunities and placements for participants.
Provides counseling and guidance to participants in the establishment of small business enterprises and monitors the selection and financing of business needs.
Develops and maintains an on-going referral system with other public and private entities.
Markets vocational programs and acts as a liaison with public and private entities.
Prepares and maintains records and case files, including documentation such as participant's personal and eligibility information, services provided, medical records, narratives of participant contacts and other relevant correspondence.
Ensures appropriate and prudent stewardship of public funds by utilizing comparable benefits, analyzing participant's financial resources, following state procurement policies and securing Social Security Administration (SSA) reimbursements when applicable.
Authorizes and monitors caseload fiscal expenditures.
Negotiates and meets assigned performance goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum
Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from a Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) accredited program and a current Certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) or;
A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from a CORE accredited program or;
A current CRC designation issued by the CRCC.
A Master's Degree in Counseling from a CORE accredited university with a current LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) or the Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) designation issued by the State of Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing (IBOL).
Travel:
Some travel may be required. You must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an acceptable alternate method of transportation.
How to Apply:
Submit the following directly to Division of Vocational Rehabilitation:
State of Idaho Application: You can find the application here The application is also available at . The application is under Job Seekers, then Forms, then Application Packet (please print the form and submit your completed application by mail, e-mail, or facsimile).
College Transcripts supporting your Master's degree ( you must submit your College Transcripts to be considered for the position ).
Current resume.
Copy of any Current Certifications or Licenses.
Send application materials to:
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Attn: Brandy Brian
650 W. State St., Rm. 150
Boise, ID 83720-0096
Fax
Email:brandy.
All applications received will be screened for qualifications (college transcripts and certifications and/or license must be submitted before application is reviewed and accepted), and then maintained for a period of one year from the review date. If, during that time, an opening becomes available in the state, applicants expressing an interest in living in that specific area may be contacted by the department.
Please contact Brandy Brian ,brandy. for additional information.
_Thank you for your interest in employment with the
Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation!_
Open for Recruitment: December 22, 2014 - January 11, 2015
Announcement #: NONCLS034912
Location(s): Boise
Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour (Depends on Experience) -Plus Competitive Benefits!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is currently seeking
high energy, compassionate, motivated, flexible individuals
who are self-starters and share our passion.
We have an exciting opportunity for a
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
in Boise, Idaho.
Duties:
Conducts initial intake interviews with participants for the purpose of obtaining information and establishing positive working relationships.
Explains participant rights and responsibilities and provides information regarding the vocational rehabilitation program and processes.
Collects and analyzes information obtained from participant interviews, educational and medical records, consultation with other professionals and diagnostic evaluations to assess participants' abilities and needs and determines eligibility for services.
Arranges for evaluations and standardized testing including physical, psychological, neuropsychological, academic and vocational testing in order to obtain pertinent information to assess participant's needs and to develop their rehabilitation plans.
Assists participants in becoming actively engaged in their rehabilitation plans and supports them in making meaningful and informed choices regarding the selection of vocational goals and other rehabilitation services.
Utilizes and applies professional counseling techniques to assist participants with vocational, personal and psychological adjustments throughout the rehabilitation process.
Plans and arranges for courses of study or training and monitors participant's training program when applicable.
Analyzes participant's finances to determine their ability to invest in their rehabilitation plan.
Identifies barriers to participant's employment including inaccessible work sites, inflexible schedules and transportation issues and works with them to develop strategies to overcome these barriers such as finding resources and coordinating needed services.
Contacts and develops relationships with employers in order to provide employment opportunities and placements for participants.
Provides counseling and guidance to participants in the establishment of small business enterprises and monitors the selection and financing of business needs.
Develops and maintains an on-going referral system with other public and private entities.
Markets vocational programs and acts as a liaison with public and private entities.
Prepares and maintains records and case files, including documentation such as participant's personal and eligibility information, services provided, medical records, narratives of participant contacts and other relevant correspondence.
Ensures appropriate and prudent stewardship of public funds by utilizing comparable benefits, analyzing participant's financial resources, following state procurement policies and securing Social Security Administration (SSA) reimbursements when applicable.
Authorizes and monitors caseload fiscal expenditures.
Negotiates and meets assigned performance goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum
Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from a Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) accredited program and a current Certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) or;
A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from a CORE accredited program or;
A current CRC designation issued by the CRCC.
A Master's Degree in Counseling from a CORE accredited university with a current LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) or the Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) designation issued by the State of Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licensing (IBOL).
Travel:
Some travel may be required. You must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an acceptable alternate method of transportation.
How to Apply:
Submit the following directly to Division of Vocational Rehabilitation:
State of Idaho Application: You can find the application here The application is also available at . The application is under Job Seekers, then Forms, then Application Packet (please print the form and submit your completed application by mail, e-mail, or facsimile).
College Transcripts supporting your Master's degree ( you must submit your College Transcripts to be considered for the position ).
Current resume.
Copy of any Current Certifications or Licenses.
Send application materials to:
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Attn: Brandy Brian
650 W. State St., Rm. 150
Boise, ID 83720-0096
Fax
Email:brandy.
All applications received will be screened for qualifications (college transcripts and certifications and/or license must be submitted before application is reviewed and accepted), and then maintained for a period of one year from the review date. If, during that time, an opening becomes available in the state, applicants expressing an interest in living in that specific area may be contacted by the department.
Please contact Brandy Brian ,brandy. for additional information.
_Thank you for your interest in employment with the
Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation!_
Open for Recruitment: December 22, 2014 - January 11, 2015
Announcement #: NONCLS034912
Location(s): Boise
Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour (Depends on Experience) -Plus Competitive Benefits!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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