Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 201 West Wheeling Street, Washington, PA 15301 $60,538•$92,010 a year•Full-time Commonwealth of

PA 1,151

reviews $60,538•$92,010 a year•Full-time

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about helping students and youth with disabilities transition from high school to secondary education and adulthood? Join the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services•Washington District Office as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor! As part of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, you will help Pennsylvanians with disabilities gain the skills necessary to live and work independently in their communities. This role gives you the chance to support the students we serve by encouraging skill development, providing connections to education and employment opportunities, and building their independence and confidence. Each day brings opportunities to support someone's journey toward success. If you are interested in experiencing the satisfaction of public service while enjoying professional career growth, we want you to apply!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position plays an important part in guiding students and youth with disabilities at Washington County public and private schools through the vocational rehabilitation process. Work focuses on ensuring potential vocational rehabilitation customers are identified, as well as determining and coordinating the delivery of vocational rehabilitation services to customers. As a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, you will perform the following duties:

Intake and Assessment:

Develop and maintain referral sources to identify students who may need vocational rehabilitation services, gather and review information, and explain requirements to students and their families

Expenditure Arrangements:

Provide or obtain approval for expenditures, medical, psychological, psychiatric, physical, or other evaluations to help determine each student's potential eligibility and service needs

Eligibility Evaluation:

Analyze each student's circumstances and evaluation results, then apply legal requirements and policy guidelines to determine their eligibility for services

Plan Development:

Collaborate with each customer, utilize your professional judgement, and consult related professionals to develop a mutually agreed upon Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) including appropriate goals and services

Case Management:

Provide counseling and guidance, work with community and provider agencies to coordinate service delivery, evaluate customer progress, adjust plans to support successful outcomes, and maintain accurate documentation

Job Placement Assistance:

Refer customers to job openings, support soft skill development, and follow up after job placement to determine if their case can be closed Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are typically 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday•Friday. Work hours are negotiable•7.5 hour workday and lunch period is 30 minutes or 60 minutes depending on work hours. AWS (alternate work schedule) may be available.

Telework:

You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after successful completion of the training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Washington. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

Note:

The headquarters office location may be flexible depending on the selected candidate.

Salary:

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $60,538.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Successful completion of the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern program or the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Possession of an active Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certificate issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification; or Proof of approval to sit for the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification examination, provided by the CRCC, and completion of a master's degree; or A master's degree in vocational rehabilitation, mental health, special education, social work, human services, psychology, or a closely related field. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to

Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.• Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.• Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply.