Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor -P11 - Lansing

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our Department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan's vast pipeline of opportunities.

Learn more higan.gov/LEO. This position provides a range of professional vocational rehabilitation guidance and counseling services to individuals with disabilities and consultation/training services to business customers. These services may include but are not limited to: vocational guidance and counseling, physical restoration, training, education, accommodations, retention services and placement services. Informs community partners and general public of vocational rehabilitation services. Develops and maintains relationships with businesses within an assigned geographic or program area.

Exhibits knowledge of labor market information and effective use of placement strategies. Utilizes resources which result in obtaining and maintaining customer employment while providing high quality services to businesses. The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor relies on their clinical skills to incorporate and conceptualize the information gathered to determine customer's eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services and develop and implement an individualized plan for employment.

The work location for this position is 1048 Pierpont, Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48913.

To be considered for this position you must: attach a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position. Attach a copy of your detailed resume. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week. Attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s). Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. The department reserves the right to close this posting at any time if it is determined that a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.

Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of results. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at .

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