Rehabilitation Counselor or Senior Rehabilitation Counselor

Job
Agency:
Department of Human Services - Division of Rehabilitation Services

Location:

Sioux Falls, SD
Salary: $25.27-$31.31 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: H or I
Closing Date: 3/13/26

This is a Full‑Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Human Services - Division of Rehabilitation Services. For more information on the Department of Human Services, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The South Dakota Department of Human Services encompasses a broad field dedicated to offering services that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. Our programs promote independence and inclusion through person‑centered services. DHS comes together with the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans. DHS strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions.

Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee‑only coverage
• Flexible Benefits – Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
• Reduced Tuition for In‑State Colleges/Universities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities

A Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor provides services to individuals with disabilities who need assistance to obtain or maintain employment. Key job functions consist of making eligibility decisions, developing employment plans, approving services, and providing vocational rehabilitation counseling. Travel will be required to deliver services in the assigned territory. This position is typically 8 hours a day, Monday through Friday.

The candidate must have at a minimum a baccalaureate degree in a field of study reasonably related to vocational rehabilitation or a human service field of people. Ideal candidate will also have experience and understanding of service options for people with disabilities. Qualifications of the successful applicant will determine the classification level assigned. Salary will be set depending on qualifications. To be eligible to be hired at the Senior Rehabilitation Counselor level, the applicant must be a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).

• Social, economic, and vocational issues impacting individuals with disabilities;
• Effective techniques for working with people who have a variety of disabilities and want to enter the workforce;
• Cultural differences when working with people of diverse backgrounds;
• Disability assessments and their applications;
• Technology and accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment settings;
• Services and resources available in the community for individuals with disabilities.

• Prepare clear, informative reports;
• Effectively communicate with people with disabilities;
• Manage a full caseload of clients in an independent and timely manner;
• Work effectively with businesses, service providers, and clients.

• Understand medical, academic, and vocational reports;
• Establish effective working relationships with individuals with disabilities, family members, and various professionals;
• Maintain composure in stressful situations and constructively resolve conflict;
• Learn counseling techniques used in the vocational rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities;
• Analyze occupational and labor market data;
• Collaborate with community resources in development of employment planning;
• Use a computerized case management and filing system.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. NCRC:
If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A…