Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Employer: State of Wyoming

Salary: $35.12 Hourly

Location: Cheyenne, WY

Job Type: Permanent Full-time

Job Number: 2026-02147

Department: Department of Workforce Services

Division: Vocational Rehab - Cheyenne

Opening Date: 09/02/2026

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Classification: SOVR09

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

General Description:

This position interviews and assesses clients to determine individual needs, abilities, and eligibility for services by interpreting medical and psychological evaluations. Responsibilities include providing clients with information regarding available services and eligibility requirements to support informed decision-making and client choice.

The position utilizes vocational assessments, rehabilitation counseling, and supportive services to empower clients in achieving independence and employment goals. Duties include developing rehabilitation plans in coordination with physicians, monitoring client progress, and assisting clients in creating an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) with clearly defined employment outcomes, progress measures, and identified client and counselor responsibilities.

This role collaborates with local school districts and educational institutions to provide transition services for students and youth with disabilities. Additional responsibilities include working with employers to identify appropriate employment opportunities, providing job coaching and training, and delivering post-employment services to help clients maintain successful employment.

The position also conducts financial needs and resource assessments to determine client participation in rehabilitation program costs and provides ongoing counseling throughout the rehabilitation process to ensure client needs are effectively addressed.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Essential Functions:

• Interviews and assesses clients to determine needs and abilities.
• Interprets medical and psychological evaluations to determine eligibility.
• Provides clients with an overview of services provided and what they may be eligible for to ensure client-informed choices.
• Utilizes vocational assessment and information, along with rehabilitation counseling, to support and empower clients to achieve empowerment and independence.
• Develop a rehabilitation plan in conjunction with Physicians and monitor client progress.
• Works with clients to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment with clearly defined employment outcomes, criteria needed to evaluate progress toward achieving employment, client responsibilities, and counselor responsibilities.
• Collaborates with local school districts and other educational institutions to provide transition services to students and youth.
• Works with employers to find suitable opportunities for clients.
• Provides job coaching skills and training to support the client's move to employment.
• Provides post-employment services to clients needing short-term services to enable them to retain current employment.
• Conducts financial needs and resource assessments to determine if the client will be required to participate in the costs of the rehabilitation program.
• Provides counseling during the clients' rehabilitation program to ensure that all clients' needs are being met.

Qualifications

Preferences:

Preference may be given to candidates who are qualified to sit for the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) exam. Preference may be given to candidates with knowledge of local employers and educational institutions. Preference may be given to candidates with experience using Google and Microsoft software.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of industrial, commercial, and professional occupations suitable for disabled persons.
• Knowledge of available training facilities and employment opportunities for a variety of occupations.
• Knowledge of the psychological and social issues of the disabled.
• Knowledge of client data collection.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to the area of specification.
• Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation programs and procedures.
• Knowledge of the services offered by various community organizations.
• Skilled in creating and conducting presentations.
• Ability to track and maintain monthly expenses related to client needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Counseling or Social Services) Experience: 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Vocational Rehabilitation) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Necessary Special Requirements

Notes:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm all newly hired employees' eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Former State of Wyoming employees, who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment, will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.

Supplemental Information

053-Department of Workforce Services - Administration - Vocational Rehabilitation Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Human Resource Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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Working for the greatest state in the nation – Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else — wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.