Rehabilitation Counselor

Job Classification Title EMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD Position Number 60054480 Grade NC10 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Responsibilities Provide counseling services to consumers. Design and implement a comprehensive plan of vocational rehabilitation or independent living services for persons with disabilities in conjunction with the consumer. Serve consumers both in person and remotely. Evaluate professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required services. Provide vocational rehabilitation or independent living services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling. Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process. Work directly with community partners to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed or living independently. Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $41,655–$64,000 Knowledge of or experience with case management. Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or underserved/marginalized populations. Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting. Position is funded in part through federal funds. Position is eligible for a hybrid‑teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours. Minimum Education and Experience Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution; or a master’s degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution; or current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification. Compensation and Benefits The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program. Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr