Rehabilitation Counselor

United States·Cumberland Countymid

HealthcarePsychiatrist

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Key Responsibilities

* Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services* Develop a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer,

Requirements Summary

6 months 12 months 18 months Fully Qualified / 24 months *Salary increases are awarded during

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HealthcarePsychiatrist

Dept of Health and Human Services

EMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD

Rehabilitation Counselor (S)

60055064

NC10

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.

This position is located in Cumberland County, Fayetteville. The position is third party funded and provides coverage for a transition/school caseload with the Cumberland County public school system. The primary purpose of the Rehabilitation Counselor is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help clients overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment.

Job responsibilities include the following:

* Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services
* Develop a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian
* Provide rehabilitation services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling
* Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
* Work directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed
* Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy

Requirements

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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 from an appropriately accredited institution; or a master’s degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution; or current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred.

Knowledge of or experience in case management.

Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or underserved/marginalized populations.

Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting

The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide. To learn more about EIPD: https://youtu.be/4QUy2w9B6AU.

What We Offer

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The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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.

Charlene Michele Moore

DHHS Workday Support Form