Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Job Description - Vocational Rehabilitation Caseload Assistant - Southwest Region (260005SP) Vocational Rehabilitation Caseload Assistant - Southwest Region ( 260005SP ) Organization Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities Agency Contact Name and Information : Patrick Flynn, View email address on click.appcast.io Unposting Date Aug 17, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location OOD West Chester 9650 Cincinnati Columbus Rd West Chester 45241 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Butler County-West Chester Other Locations United States of America-OHIO-Montgomery County-Dayton, United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati, United States of America-OHIO-Clark County-Springfield Compensation : $25.43/hour (unless required by legislation) Schedule Full-time Work Hours : 8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F Union : 1199 Primary Job Skill Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Skills : Computer Literacy, Customer Service, Human Services, Public Relations Professional Skills : Analyzation, Collaboration, Intercultural Communication, Organizing and Planning, Time Management 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.To learn more about what we do, please visit our website at ood.ohio.gov . Follow us on social media @OhioOOD! Job Description Vocational Rehabilitation Caseload Assistant (CA) Position Overview Are you a Vocational Rehabilitation professional who is passionate about helping individuals with disabilities achieve their career goals and independence? As a Vocational Rehabilitation Caseload Assistant, you will assist our Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (VRC) and collaborate with support teams across various areas to assist job seekers. Join our dynamic team and make a real difference in the lives of Ohioans! Duties vary depending on the need for the assigned area. Caseloads include: General - Position that supports the front door process of our local offices among other supportive duties as assigned. Job Development (JD) - Position focuses on assisting consumers with job seeking skills training,interviewing skills, and assists them with securing and maintaining employment. Talent Sourcing Coordinators (TSC) - Position focuses on assisting our internal staff to increase job placements within companies who are a part of the Business Leadership Network. Career Resources - Position focuses on meeting with individuals in subminimum wage employment to promote opportunities for competitive integrated employment and share information about supported employment services and career options. Personal Care Assistance (PCA) Program - Position focuses on supporting the PCA program. This program provides reimbursement funds to individuals with severe physical disabilities who are employed or preparing for employment and require a personal care assistant to complete Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). A Successful Vocational Rehabilitation Caseload Assistant Is highly organized with efficient time management skills. Delivers excellent customer service. Is time-efficient, organized & quality driven. Has strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Able to make decisions independently & with good judgement. Candidates who demonstrate proficiency in speaking Spanish, verified through a formal assessment, may be eligible for a bilingual pay supplement of $1.27/hr. The job development caseload assignment is required to transport participants with disabilities to various appointments and meetings as needed, such as job interviews, hiring events, and other employment-related activities, according to the participants' individual needs. Employees must have a valid driver's license in order to operate a state vehicle. All other caseload assignments may require daytime travel within Ohio. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license. Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is not an E-Verify employer and will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Division Overview What is Vocational Rehabilitation? Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities 1.4K subscribers OOD’s Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) and Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired (BSVI) provide vocational rehabilitation (VR) services to eligible individuals with disabilities to assist them to attain and maintain competitive integrated employment. OOD works with adults seeking to enter the workforce or retain a job, and with youth beginning at age 14 to assist them as they transition from high school into college and/or the workplace. For more information click here to view the OOD Vocational Rehabilitation Fact Sheet . 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. Candidates who demonstrate proficiency in speaking Spanish, verified through a formal assessment, may be eligible for a bilingual pay supplement of $1.27/hour. Months of Employment At Hire 6 months 18 months 30 months 42 months 54 Months Pay Range Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 1199 9 Hourly $25.43 $26.46 $27.48 $28.61 $29.95 $31.34 Annual $52,894.00 $55,037.00 $57,158.00 $59,509.00 $62,296.00 $65,187.00 Location Requirements Position availability in the following locations: Dayton Service Office- 3401 Park Center Drive, Dayton, Ohio 45414 OOD West Chester- 9650 Cincinnati Columbus Rd., West Chester, Ohio 45241 OOD Springfield - 239 E Columbia St, Suite 50, Springfield, Ohio 45502 Woodward - 11150 Woodward Lane Cincinnati, Ohio 45241 Montana - 2300 Montana Ave Cincinnati, Ohio 45211 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. Background Check The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. All final applicants tentatively selected for this position may be required to complete and pass a urinalysis to test for restricted substances as a condition of employment. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana. An applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year. Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications 24 months experience in the delivery of vocational rehabilitation services (e.g. job development, certified vocational evaluator, vocational specialist). -ORBachelor's degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling, counseling, social work, psychology, disability studies, special education, business administration, human resources, economics or related rehabilitation or human services area. -OR equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above. Note: Education & experience per Code of Federal Regulations Title 34-Subtitle B-Chapter III-Part 361-Subpart B-361.18 Job Skills: Vocational Rehabilitation, Human Services, Customer Service, Public Relations, Computer Literacy, Collaboration, Intercultural Communication, Organizing and Planning, Time Management, Analyzation Supplemental Information Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is amongst the top‑ranked state agencies implementing inclusive and accessible planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire, sustain, and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the Ohioans we serve. If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io so proper arrangements can be made. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr