Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Department: Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation

Reports To:TVR Program Manager

Telecommute
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Limited

Fleet:Yes

Mandated Reporter: Yes

Background:PL 101-630

Summary: Under the direction of the TVR Program Manager, the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor provides case management, vocational guidance, and employment-related support services to individuals with disabilities. The position assists consumers in achieving employment and independence goals through assessment, planning, coordination of services, and collaboration with community partners while ensuring compliance with program requirements and confidentiality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Responsible for working with consumers throughout entire VR process including: intake, eligibility determination, Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) development, and assisting with follow through of all activities and goals
• Responsible for providing the highest quality of guidance and counselling to all consumers on caseload
• Knowledge of various disabilities
• Knowledge of acts, laws, regulations and policies as it applies to Vocational Rehabilitation and people with disabilities
• Able to demonstrate sound ethics and practices in every aspect of position
• Able to write detailed and concise IPEs, case notes and reports as necessary
• Works with outside agencies and programs as they pertain to Vocational Rehabilitation and employment opportunities
• Works with appropriate school staff and students with disabilities to assist with transition phase from high school to work/ college
• Maintain regular contact with all consumers through appointments booked at least monthly
• Able to effectively manage time in order to accommodate entire caseload
• Responsible for liaising with area businesses on job leads in order to provide employment opportunities to qualified consumers
• Responsible for working with consumers throughout specific parts of the VR process including: resume building, interviewing skill/ techniques, time management and financial literacy
• Participate in Case Conferencing with TVR Staff
• Submits financial requests to Program Manager on behalf of consumers directly in line with vocational rehabilitation
• Provide In-Services Training to outside agencies and programs to provide a comprehensive overview of TVR and the vocational rehabilitation process
• Attend area events such as Wellness Day and Disabilities Awareness Day to provide information to the public about TVR
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date consumer case files, both hard files and in applicable software
• Refers consumers to other programs and agencies as deemed necessary in striving for successful outcomes
• Maintain strict adherence to confidentiality policy at all times
• Able to work in a team environment
• Required to complete an Award of Completion in TVR studies
• Complete additional training as required to maintain competency as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
• Other related duties as assigned

Mandated Reporter: Must become a mandated reporter prior to having contact with children in a job-related capacity and maintain that status throughout employment. This includes completing any necessary training and adhering to all reporting obligations as defined by applicable laws and tribal policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:There are no supervisor requirements for this position.

Qualification Requirements
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the sensitive nature of information obtained, must maintain…