Caseload Coverage Voc Rehab Counselor; Dallas​/Fort Worth - Temporary

Caseload Coverage Voc Rehab Counselor (Dallas/Fort Worth - Temporary)

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The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, retain, and advance in employment. This position is a Part-time/Full-time TEMPORARY Caseload Coverage Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (CCVRC) in the Vocational Rehabilitation Department, housed within the DFW/Texoma Region 2 area.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

• Assist eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for, retain, obtain and/or advance in competitive, integrated employment and support successful transitions from high school to postsecondary education and employment.
• Develop and maintain relations with community referral sources, businesses, employers and schools.
• Collect and analyze information necessary to make accurate eligibility decisions (e.g., medical, psychological, school records, employment records).
• Assist the customer in choosing appropriate employment by analyzing strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities and interests, and matching to the current job market.
• Work with the consumer to develop a plan of services designed to achieve identified employment goals.
• Ensure timely, cost-effective provision of services and progress toward employment goals.
• Develop and implement processes leading to successful job placement.
• Apply best value purchasing practices and use available benefits and services to optimize use of public funds.
• Mentor new VR Counselors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Previous experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.
• Meet the Comprehensive System of Personnel Development (CSPD) educational requirements and be considered a Qualified Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field plus five years of experience in vocational rehabilitation services plus meet the CSPD educational requirements.
• Related work experience includes case management, counseling, job placement and general knowledge of disabilities. Copy of official transcripts, certifications and/or credentials may be requested.

This position may involve up to 30% travel; travel is the employee's responsibility. Counselors are required to travel to reach assigned consumers on a regular basis. Duties also include the ability to lift/carry up to 10 pounds.

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Competitive starting salary: $6,066.67 a month / full-time
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-Benefits

To apply, complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at  or on Taleo (Job Search).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. This position is designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.