Voc Rehab Counselor (Houston - Hybrid)
Voc Rehab Counselor (Houston - Hybrid)
Texas Workforce Commission
Houston, TX
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The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), a Family Friendly Certified Workplace, is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) I-IV to join the Vocational Rehabilitation Department located at 4424 North Frwy, Houston, TX 77022.
You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas
Benefits To Working For TWC Include
The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) I performs routine journey-level vocational rehabilitation work in support of the mission, goals and values of the Texas Workforce Commission. VRC I applies critical thinking skills and sound decision making in performance of routine rehabilitation work in the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program. This program assists eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for, retain, obtain and/or advance in competitive, integrated employment and includes assisting students with disabilities to transition successfully from high school to postsecondary education and employment.
The ideal candidate will perform work using the applicable policy, guidance, and the electronic case management system. The VRC I is hired by the VR Supervisor with the approval of the VR Manager, and works independently, with moderate to minimal supervision by the VR Supervisor.
General Duties
Copy of official transcripts, certifications and/or credentials will be requested at the time of interview.
This position involves up to 30% travel, and method of transportation is the responsibility of employee. Counselors are required to travel to reach their assigned consumers on a regular basis. Thus, travel is required for this position. Duties also include the ability to lift/carry 10 pounds.
Veterans
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_SocialServices.pdf.
How To Apply
United States-Texas-Houston
Work Locations
Houston:4424 North Fwy
Job
Rehabilitation Counselors
Organization
TWC Business Unit
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Level
Non-Management
Travel
Yes, 25 % of the Time
Job Posting
Apr 24, 2024, 12:00:00 AM
Work From Home
Yes
You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas
Benefits To Working For TWC Include
- Competitive starting salary: $3,385.00- $4,904.00/month.
- Salary and position level will be based on experience and demonstrated skills.
- This is a career ladder position which means each level is required to meet the established career ladder requirements in order to be promoted to the next level.
- Additional benefits for active employees: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) I performs routine journey-level vocational rehabilitation work in support of the mission, goals and values of the Texas Workforce Commission. VRC I applies critical thinking skills and sound decision making in performance of routine rehabilitation work in the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program. This program assists eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for, retain, obtain and/or advance in competitive, integrated employment and includes assisting students with disabilities to transition successfully from high school to postsecondary education and employment.
The ideal candidate will perform work using the applicable policy, guidance, and the electronic case management system. The VRC I is hired by the VR Supervisor with the approval of the VR Manager, and works independently, with moderate to minimal supervision by the VR Supervisor.
General Duties
- Assists eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for, retain, obtain and/or advance in competitive, integrated employment and includes assisting students with disabilities to transition successfully from high school to postsecondary education and employment
- Develops and maintains relations with community referral sources, businesses, employers and schools
- Collects and analyzes all information necessary to make an accurate eligibility decision (e.g. medical, psychological, school records, employment records, etc.)
- Assists the customer in choosing an appropriate employment by analyzing information to determine the customer’s strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities and interests, and matching that information to the current job market
- Works with the consumer to develop a plan of services designed to achieve the consumer’s identified employment goals
- Ensures timely, cost-effective provision of services and consumer progress toward achievement of their employment goal
- Develops and implements a process leading to successful job placement
- Applies best value purchasing practices and uses available, comparable benefits and services to ensure effective use of public funds
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Master’s degree with major in Rehabilitation Counseling or Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from an accredited college or university;
- OR master’s degree with major in counseling or related degrees such as Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services from an accredited college or university plus one-year related work experience.
- OR Master’s degree with any other major plus two years related work experience;
- OR Bachelor’s degree with a major in vocational rehabilitation from an accredited college or university plus one-year related work experience;
- OR Bachelor’s degree with major in Counseling, Education, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or Public Health from an accredited college or university plus two years related work experience;
- OR Bachelor’s degree with any other major plus three years related work experience.
- Related work experience is defined as case management, counseling, job placement and general knowledge of disabilities.
- No experience required if candidate meets Comprehensive System of Personnel Development (CSPD).
- VRC I: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field.
Copy of official transcripts, certifications and/or credentials will be requested at the time of interview.
This position involves up to 30% travel, and method of transportation is the responsibility of employee. Counselors are required to travel to reach their assigned consumers on a regular basis. Thus, travel is required for this position. Duties also include the ability to lift/carry 10 pounds.
Veterans
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_SocialServices.pdf.
How To Apply
- To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or Taleo.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We will not consider applicants that will need sponsorship now or in the future.
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
- A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
United States-Texas-Houston
Work Locations
Houston:4424 North Fwy
Job
Rehabilitation Counselors
Organization
TWC Business Unit
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Level
Non-Management
Travel
Yes, 25 % of the Time
Job Posting
Apr 24, 2024, 12:00:00 AM
Work From Home
Yes
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Seniority level
Entry level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Other -
Industries
Government Administration
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