What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehab Counselor Supervisor position at State of New Mexico?
26.33 - $42.12 Hourly
54,760 - $87,616 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 70
Posting Details
The New Mexico Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (NMDVR) is a state-run agency dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities in achieving employment success. Through services such as vocational counseling, job placement assistance, training and education, assistive technology, and support services, NMDVR aims to enhance the employability and independence of people with various disabilities. Tailoring its programs to meet individual needs, the agency is committed to facilitating competitive employment and fostering independence among its clientele.
Why does the job exist?
Position supervises 3-5 VR Counselors, provides supports for schools to establish PreEts services. This position will provide vocational rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities to include transition students and youth with disabilities who are eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation Services to achieve a suitable employment outcome.
How does it get done?
Provides supervisory support to 3-5 Counselors. Providing vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with disabilities and their families; assist in removing barriers to employment due to personal, vocational, social, psychological, financial, and educational concerns and issues; counsel participants on effective action to eliminate or reduce impediments to employment, achieve independent living and vocational goals. Assist eligible participants to include students, youth, and adults with disabilities, in exploration and choice of appropriate vocational goals; provide vocational information about career paths, job trends, and salaries. Jointly develop an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) with the participant; identify specific objectives to achieve vocational goals; assist participants to develop strategies to overcome and resolve barriers that may arise during the rehabilitation process; identify services needed to.
Who are the customers?
People with disabilities, New Mexico Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (NMDVR) Staff, Partner Agencies, and the General Public.
Ideal Candidate
The Ideal candidate will possess the following :
- Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling and CRC - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification
- Three years' experience in case management
- 1 year or more supervisory experience
- Three years' experience in counseling
- Strong Computer Skills, preferably using the AWARE system
- Strong Communication Skills
- Proof of a Strong Work Ethic
- Proof of success in being a team player
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Vocational Rehabilitation, Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, or related degree as referenced by statute. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and / or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education.
Employment Requirements
Must be able to pass background and obtain and maintain a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRC) issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or be eligible to sit for the CRC examination.
Must obtain and maintain New Mexico Rehabilitation Counselor Licensure as defined in the New Mexico Public Education Department Rules (6.63.11) NMAC with in one (1) year of hire.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual / Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Lifting up to twenty-five (25) pounds and working weekends, holidays, overtime, shift work and call back hours may be required. Effective 01 / 01 / 2015, the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute became a 100% Tobacco Free / E-Cigarette Free Campus. As such, no tobacco, tobacco products or E-Cigarette products are permitted on any part of the campus.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information : Anthony Harkness (505) 452-6969. Email
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Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Salary : $54,760 - $87,616
