Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Dept of Health and Human Services

Blind Services

Rehabilitation Counselor (NS)

60043102

NC10

The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor provides vocational rehabilitation services to individuals who are blind or visually impaired by supporting their efforts to overcome barriers to employment through structured, person‑centered rehabilitation planning. This role delivers a planned program of services that includes assessments, job development, job placement, and direct communication with employers to align employment goals with each individual’s skills, interests, and capabilities.

The counselor coordinates and authorizes services in accordance with eligibility criteria and program procedures, ensuring appropriate support throughout the employment process. The position also conducts outreach to referral sources and community partners to increase awareness of services and strengthen referral pathways. Operating within the Blind Services Division and the Greenville District Office, this role supports statewide vocational rehabilitation outcomes through direct service, case management, and community engagement.


Key Duties Include:
- Explain the scope and range of vocational rehabilitation services to potential consumers and referral sources, including eye‑care providers and county agencies.

- Complete application and preliminary assessment activities, including interviews and the collection of diagnostic study information.

- Determine consumer eligibility for services and lead the development of Individualized Employment Plans aligned with consumer abilities, interests, and employment goals.

- Coordinate and authorize rehabilitation services that support consumer progress toward identified employment outcomes.

- Provide or coordinate job development and job placement services in accordance with each consumer’s employment objective.

- Conduct outreach to eye‑care providers and community partners to improve referral sources and increase appropriate referrals.

- Execute case‑finding and service‑planning activities in accordance with federal eligibility criteria and agency procedures.

- Engage directly with employers to identify job opportunities and assist consumers in securing appropriate employment.

- Track consumer progress and adjust service plans as needed to support continued movement toward employment goals.

- Maintain accurate case documentation to ensure compliance with state and federal vocational rehabilitation standards.

Tresha Walker