Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Title: Integrated Employment Counselor 

Reports to: Director of Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) 

Salary: $50,000 

Employment Status: Full-time, non-exempt 

The Role  

Under the direct supervision of the Director of CIE, the Integrated Employment Counselor assists individuals with disabilities or other employment barriers in achieving competitive, integrated employment. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing Individualized Employment Plans (IEPs), and facilitating job training, life skills development, and career exploration, along with building partnerships with employers for inclusive hiring opportunities. 

Essential Functions 

• Conduct assessments to evaluate clients’ skills, strengths, and career interests. 
• Develop and implement Individualized Employment Plans (IEPs) based on assessment outcomes and client goals. 
• Lead job readiness training sessions covering workplace etiquette, communication, time management, and teamwork. 
• Provide life skills training, focusing on areas like personal finance, self-advocacy, and independent living. 
• Facilitate career exploration, including resume building, interview preparation, and job search strategies. 
• Coordinate community-based work experiences, such as job shadowing and internships, to prepare clients for the workforce. 
• Offer on-site job coaching and mentoring, supporting clients as they transition into competitive employment. 
• Apply ABA techniques to support clients’ skill-building, adaptive behavior, and social integration. 
• Establish and maintain partnerships with employers committed to inclusive hiring practices. 
• Act as a liaison between clients and employers, addressing workplace accommodation and support needs. 
• Track client progress, documenting milestones, employment outcomes, and retention rates. 
• Prepare regular reports detailing client achievements, program impact, and areas for improvement. 
• Perform fee-for-service activities, including evaluation, customized employment planning, job placement, and on-the-job coaching, to promote successful integration and sustained employment outcomes. 
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• Participates in preparations for CARF accreditation as needed. 
• Performs other duties consistent with program needs and not calling for materially different skills 

Qualifications and Experience 

• Master’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, psychology, social work, special education, or a related field. 
• At least 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. 
• Knowledge of CIE standards, disability rights, and workplace accommodations. 
• Experience with ABA techniques and adaptive skill development. 
• Strong communication and organizational skills to manage relationships with clients, employers, and community partners. 

Travel 

• Must be willing to travel and have reliable transportation as this is required for this position. There will be travel to schools, state offices, worksites, etc.