Counselor in Charge (CIC)
Quick Summary
Ability to independently manage and supervise a small program of rehabilitation services Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, family members,
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
The incumbent exercises independent judgment in casework decisions, except in instances requiring approval by the Unit Manager, Chief of Policy, or other designated authority. This position also provides guidance and instruction to assigned counselors on casework issues, reviews and approves casework for designated Rehabilitation Counselor I staff, and monitors assigned caseloads for outcome goals, budgets, and overall program management. Caseload assignments for casework approval are determined by the Unit Manager based on unit needs.
-Develop and implement individualized plans of rehabilitation services for eligible consumers,
-To orchestrate and oversee the provision of planned services,
-To directly provide guidance and counseling and job placement assistance,
-To develop and maintain networks of service providers, employers, and community resources,
-To engage in various administrative duties (including case service documentation, caseload management, program and fiscal planning, and staff and other administrative meetings),
-To participate in training and professional development activities.
-Provide casework supervision for non-independent counselors as assigned.
-Provide casework consultation and approval of successful outcomes to all counselors as designated and ensures services are provided to eligible consumers.
Salary Grade Range $50,088 - $87,654
Recruitment Range $50,088 - $72,000
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
- Ability to independently manage and supervise a small program of rehabilitation services
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, family members, peer professional and subordinate professional/support staff
Requirements
~1 min readSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor; or
Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor; or
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Requirement: Successful completion of the agency requirements for independent counselor status.
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $50,088–$87,654 a year
- 47% below the $131,000 median for Psychiatrist jobs on Jobera (2,151 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 10 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 5, 2026
- First seen
- October 5, 2026
- Last seen
- October 11, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 9
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 40%
- Scored at
- October 15, 2026
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