What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position at ND Health and Human Services?
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is seeking a highly motivated person to join the Team in Fargo!
As a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, you will engage with culturally diverse job seekers who will range in age, disabilities, and capabilities. You will assist individuals achieve their employment goal, you will provide services including but not limited to career and worksite assessments, vocational guidance & counseling, skills coaching, facilitate job placements, and refer to community partners and programs for additional support services and training. In addition to individual client services, you will work to develop and maintain close professional relationships with community partners and employers to ensure Vocational Rehabilitation maintains a presence as a trusted resource for the community to address disability worksite solutions and employee education. This position will involve significant partnership with the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation as they transition residents into the community. This position is responsible for providing outreach services to Steele and Traill counties while also managing cases in Cass County.
This position requires flexibility while working independently and within a team.
To succeed in this position, you should be highly organized and be able to effectively manage time and priorities to meet regional and statewide deadlines and goals according to state and federal guidelines, and policies and procedures. Other responsibilities will include establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with job seekers, community partners, and employers. You must also be willing and able to travel within and outside the Fargo region for training and outreach services.
To be considered for this position, you must have the following:
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor requires:
- Bachelor's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Administration/Services, Psychometrics, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Science, Disability Studies, Human Relations, Human Services, Marriage and Family Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Special Education, Vocational Assessment/Evaluation or Human Development & Family Science AND one of the following:
- Two (2) years of direct service experience working with persons with disabilities
- One (1) year of experience as a vocational rehabilitation counselor
- Master's degree in one of the above disciplines.
The applicant is eligible for a higher level position of a Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor if the candidate has a Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Administration/Services, Psychometrics, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Science, Disability Studies, Human Relations, Human Services, Marriage and Family Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Special Education or Vocational Assessment/Evaluation AND two (2) years of experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor AND be a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
TeamND and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation uses a hybrid workplace model. Counselors will provide essential services face to face in the office, outreach community locations, and from their home office. To find out more information about what makes North Dakota a great place to live and work, go to http://findthegoodlifeinnorthdakota.com/.
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Application Procedures
Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.
This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verify
A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.
For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Curt Markel at CMarkel@nd.gov or at 701.298.4462.
Employing Unit: ND HHS - Vocational Rehabilitation
Telephone Number: 701.328.2310
TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
