Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - East Central Region

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- East Central Region

Organization:
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Work Location:

OOD Mansfield BSVI/BVR 800 Park Avenue West Suite 105 Mansfield, OH 44906

Primary

Location:

United States of America - OHIO
- Richland County
- Mansfield

Other Locations:
United States of America - OHIO
- Wayne County
- Wooster, United States of America - OHIO
- Stark County
- Canton, United States of America - OHIO
- Mahoning County
- Youngstown, United States of America - OHIO
- Muskingum County
- Zanesville, United States of America - OHIO
- Licking County
- Newark

Compensation: $29.95/hour (unless required by legislation)

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F

Classified Indicator:
Classified

Union: 1199

Primary Job Skill:
Vocational Rehabilitation

Job Description:

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) Position Overview If you are looking for a fulfilling career assisting individuals with disabilities within your community, you are in the right place! As a VRC, you will maintain a caseload of individuals with disabilities who are looking to gain job-related skills and competitive integrated employment (CIE). You will provide vocational rehabilitation (VR) counseling to participants with disabilities and work with their support teams to connect them with related programs, look at labor market information and job opportunities, discuss employment barriers and accommodations, and more.

Join our dynamic team and make a real difference in the lives of Ohioans! Candidates with the following certifications are eligible to make $32.69/hour:
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW).

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Duties Interview individuals with disabilities to gather detailed information about their work history, medical situation, and more. Determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services. Interpret diagnostic information to determine the needs of the participant. Counsel individuals and their families concerning strengths and limitations based upon diagnostic information. Counsel individuals toward increased functioning and mutually agreeable vocational goals as well as collaborate with community providers to assist participants in achieving goals.

Develop comprehensive individualized plans for employment (IPE) for participants.

A Successful Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Is highly organized with efficient time management skills. Is able to conduct research, analyze technical material and results. Has outstanding public relations and customer service skills. Has excellent interviewing techniques & computer skills. Is able to work collaboratively and develop rapport. Has an understanding of the local labor market.

Agency Overview Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Our agency works with partners in businesses, education, and non-profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities; and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio.

We help connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources, support, and opportunities that fit their unique needs, abilities, and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful employment.

Pay Information Starting salary will be step 1, subject to law or union contract requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Location Requirements Position availability in the following locations:
Canton BSVI/BVR (816 30 th Street Northwest, Canton, OH 44709) Youngstown BSVI/BVR (242 Federal Plaza West, Youngstown, OH 44503) OOD Newark (195 Union Street Suite A1, Newark, OH 43055) Zanesville BE/BSVI/BVR (601 Underwood Street, Suite C, Zanesville, OH 43701) Mansfield BSVI/BVR (800 Park Avenue West, Suite 105, Mansfield, OH 44906) Wooster BVR (2148 Eagle Pass, Wooster, OH 44691) Our roles are primarily in-office to encourage collaboration and connection, however some locations may have adjusted on-site requirements based on space availability at this time.

Reporting details will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements. Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver's license.

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