Rehabilitation Counselor

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 while providing human service needs for special populations, including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill. Description of Work The Rehabilitation Counselor (S) position is housed in the Elizabeth City Office, serving people with disabilities. The primary purpose of the Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) is to provide vocational rehabilitation services that help individuals with disabling conditions enter or maintain gainful employment at their highest level of vocational potential. Responsibilities Evaluate applicants and determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services based on diagnostic and educational data. Develop and implement individualized plans for employment (IPE) in collaboration with eligible consumers. Provide career counseling, guidance, and job placement assistance tailored to consumer strengths, interests, and limitations. Coordinate and monitor the delivery of planned services, including referrals to vocational evaluators, job coaches, and community rehabilitation programs. Manage a caseload of people with disabilities, ensuring timely documentation and compliance with agency policies. Enter and maintain case records in the Encore system and utilize support staff for administrative tasks. Monitor and manage case service budgets, generate authorizations, and process billing to support service delivery. Conduct outreach and public relations activities, including employer engagement, job fairs, and community education on vocational rehabilitation services. Attend required trainings and contribute to team meetings and unit initiatives to support professional development and agency goals. Qualifications Minimum of a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or 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. Relevant experience and educational background as outlined in the vacancy announcement. Familiarity with case management and working with people with disabilities or underserved populations. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences Knowledge of or experience in case management. Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or underserved/marginalized populations. Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting. Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $43,267 - $75,718. Recruitment Range: $43,267 - $64,000. The position is funded in part through federal funds and is eligible for a hybrid‑teleworking schedule that includes weekly onsite work hours. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, the NCFlex program, paid vacation, sick and community service leave, and paid parental leave for eligible employees. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. DHHS embraces an Employment First philosophy, assuring reasonable accommodation for all applicants and employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr