Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - East Central Region

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - East Central Region

Organization: Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Work Location: Canton BSVI/BVR 816 30th Street Northwest Canton, OH 44709

Primary Location: United States of America - OHIO - Stark County - Canton

Other Locations: United States of America - OHIO - Wayne County - Wooster, United States of America - OHIO - Tuscarawas County - New Philadelphia, United States of America - OHIO - Richland County - Mansfield, 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

Technical Skills: Budgeting, Counseling and Rehabilitation, Human Services, Public Relations, Vocational Rehabilitation

Professional Skills: Analyzation, Collaboration, Intercultural Communication, Organizing and Planning, Time Management

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 30th Street Northwest, Canton, OH 44709) OMJ Tuscarawas County (1260 Monroe Street Suite 35, New Philadelphia, OH 44663) 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.

Applications and Selections

Please ensure your online application and work experience clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered. Transcripts are REQUIRED for consideration for this position. You must submit a copy of your unofficial transcript by the posting deadline by attaching directly on the Additional Attachments section of the application (Step 7) or via email to View email address on click.appcast.io . Applicants can check their application status and all vacancy-related email correspondence on "My Jobpage." On the Careers.Ohio.Gov job search webpage, once signed in the link to My Jobpage is displayed under the TeamOhio logo. Applicants who require technical assistance (e.g., issues logging in or other system-related issues) should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the SEIU/1199 Collective Bargaining Agreement. The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview. All communications are sent via email. Candidates should make sure their account contains an email address that is checked regularly including checking junk and/or spam. Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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

-Bachelor'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 AND 24 months experience direct work with individuals with disabilities (e.g. Independent Living Center or 24 months providing direct service or advocacy activities with individuals with disabilities. -OR Master's degree in in vocational rehabilitation counseling, counseling, social work, psychology, disability studies, special education, or related rehabilitation or human services area. -OR Master's degree in business administration, human resources, law, management, public administration or related field which provides competence in the