Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX
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VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR
Job Location:Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA)
5324 E. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85034
www.azdes.gov
Posting Details: Salary: $48,510.17 - $55,440.52 annually
Grade: 20
Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received
Job Summary:Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES, please visit des.az.gov ; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.
DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA). This position will report to the Supervisor and provide vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance to individuals with disabilities to address barriers to employment and gain the skills to enter, gain, or retain employment. This position will serve in a hybrid work environment.
Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following tiers:
• Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Bachelor's degree in a field of study reasonably related to rehabilitation counseling or another field that reasonably prepares individuals to work with individuals with disabilities and employers and two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Intermediate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Master's degree in a field of study closely related to rehabilitation counseling and one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities (Closely related fields are defined by Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.)
• Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Meets Intermediate credential requirements plus has a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification
Annual salary is commensurate with education and qualifications, ranging from $48,510.17 to $55,440.52
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Benefits/PerksAutonomy Comprehensive benefits Comprehensive benefits package Deferred compensation Disability Insurance Flexible schedules Flexible work culture Hybrid work Hybrid Work Environment Paid holidays Paid leave Paid parental leave Parental leave Remote options Remote work Remote work options Short-Term Disability Insurance Trust Vacation
Tasks- Identify employment needs
- Introduce clients to programs
- Provide vocational counseling
- Review client information
Access Administrative Career exploration Case Management Certification Communication Compensation Counseling Disability services Employment guidance Equal Opportunity Guidance Hybrid Interpersonal Knowledge of Federal and State Laws Security Teamwork Time Management Training Vocational rehabilitation Written communication
Experience1-2 years
EducationBachelor's Bachelor's degree Degree Master's Master's degree
CertificationsCertified rehabilitation counselor
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