SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL

Senior Vocational Rehabiliation Counselor, QRP Department of Rehabilitation

JC-514942

- Senior Vocational Rehabiliation Counselor, QRP SENIOR

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL

$5,369.00 - $7,719.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

4/24/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties This position is located in Lancaster. This is a 12-month limited term position that may be extended and/or may become permanent at a later date. Under the general supervision of the Team Manager, Staff Services Manager I, the Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Qualified Rehabilitation Professional (SVRC-QRP) facilitates the effective delivery of services to consumers in a DOR service delivery team. The

SVRC, QRP

is accountable for the quality, quantity, and effectiveness of services provided to all DOR consumers and must effectively and consistently align the non-delegable duties with the delegable tasks performed by other team members for each consumer's case. The duties of the

SVRC, QRP

include the following non-delegable functions: 1) determining vocational rehabilitation (VR) eligibility; 2) determining priority for services; 3) development of the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE); 4) determining amendments to the IPE; and 5) determining successful employment outcome achieved and completing case closure for services of Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) consumers.

Telework:

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. "Multiple vacancies may exist." You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions The majority of the work will take place in one of the following locations with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders: a DOR open office setting in a cubicle environment, offsite in the community, at events and various partner locations, and/or at an approved alternate work location. The incumbent must have the ability to work in an office setting for up to 40 hours per week and remain at a workstation for extended periods while utilizing a personal computer, peripherals, and other office equipment with or without accommodation. The incumbent will be working in an office setting with both natural and artificial lighting. Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-514942

Position #(s): 813-410-9818-901

Working Title:

Senior Vocational Rehabiliation Counselor, QRP

Classification:

SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL

$5,369.00 - $7,719.00 Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. For additional information please visit https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time Department Information If you are interested in becoming a part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. Join us in our Lancaster location within driving distance of a variety of restaurants and shops. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with DOR! DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation program in the country. We have a three-pronged mission to provide services and advocacy that assist people with disabilities to live independently, become employed and have equality in the communities in which they live and work. DOR provides consultation, counseling, and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners to assist the consumers we serve. DOR is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented and skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of communities that exist in California and values fairness and inclusion. Diversity encompasses characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, language, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, veteran status, criminal history, and family structures. Our work at DOR is guided by the following core values: We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities. We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation. We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups. We pursue excellence through continuous improvement. We preserve the publics trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.

VISION STATEMENT

Employment, independence, and quality for all Californians with disabilities.

MISSION STATEMENT

DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please visit our website to learn more about DOR and our mission.

Department Website:

Special Requirements If mailing an application, include JC# 514942 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the "Questions" tab of your CalCareer application template. Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job. Employment Application (STD.678): It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

SVRC, QRPs:

A Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, counseling or a closely related field from a recognized institution and successful completion of one graduate course with a primary focus on the Theories and Techniques in counseling is mandatory. Upon hire, applicant may be required to provide official sealed college transcripts. Statement of Qualifications(SOQ) instructions: Please provide a Statement of Qualifications(SOQ) for the hiring manager's review. Applications without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific questions below may not be considered. Include the title, "Statement of Qualifications" at the top of the first page. Responses must be no more than two pages in length, single-sided, and in Arial 12 point font. Please number and address each item in the same order as listed below: Please describe your experience with conveying difficult information and or situations to vendors, consumers, or their families. Please describe how your experience and qualifications have prepared you to navigate and negotiate diverse situations within an office environment. Please explain how your experience has prepared you to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Please do not use artificial intelligence(AI) to complete SOQ. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

4/24/2026