What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position at State of Missouri?
Job Location: 615 E. 13th Street, Suite 111, Kansas City, MO 64106
Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.
Why You’ll Love This Position
Working for Vocational Rehabilitation, you will enjoy a culture of honesty, trust, respect and inclusion. The work we do can be life-changing for Missouri citizens with disabilities as we work side-by-side with them in the journey toward employment. Our clients discover that sense of purpose and independence we all desire in life. The opportunities to grow in this position are endless where every day is a learning opportunity. If you find fulfillment in helping others meet life goals, we’d love to have you on our team!
Ultimately, you guide and counsel individuals with disabilities along the path to employment. You do this through the following activities:
To our applicants with disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the application process, please contact Human Resources at 573-751-3251. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate requested needs. TTY/TDD users: Relay Missouri Service: 573-751-0881.
Notice to Applicants: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas through INS.
Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.
Why You’ll Love This Position
Working for Vocational Rehabilitation, you will enjoy a culture of honesty, trust, respect and inclusion. The work we do can be life-changing for Missouri citizens with disabilities as we work side-by-side with them in the journey toward employment. Our clients discover that sense of purpose and independence we all desire in life. The opportunities to grow in this position are endless where every day is a learning opportunity. If you find fulfillment in helping others meet life goals, we’d love to have you on our team!
Ultimately, you guide and counsel individuals with disabilities along the path to employment. You do this through the following activities:
- Provides counseling and guidance services by effectively communicating with clients regarding vocational and disability related issues.
- Conducts interviews and gathers medical, psychological, and educational records to determine eligibility for services.
- Completes accurate and appropriate file documentation utilizing the case management system.
- Arranges for appropriate assessments to ascertain client's aptitudes, interests, and abilities.
- Prepares and recommends vocational exploration activities with clients to identify realistic vocational goals and develop an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE).
- Arranges for provision of rehabilitation services in accordance with approved IPE.
- Instills hope and promotes self-reliance in clients while assessing their progress towards employment.
- Verifies that employment outcome meets the needs of the client and offers retention support.
- Travels in and around the community and to training is required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Master’s degree required in rehabilitation counseling, guidance and counseling, clinical counseling, or clinical social work. Starting salary as $52,152
- Bachelor’s degree, incomplete Master’s degree, or Master’s degree in field other than those listed above may be considered for employment with the requirement to attain a Master’s degree or graduate certificate. Starting salary as $49,704. Minimum educational requirements are defined by the Code of Federal Regulations, 361.18(C)(II)(A(1).
- Prior work experience demonstrating regular attendance, critical thinking, teamwork as well as independent task completion, and case management skills.
- Work experience with individuals with disabilities is highly desirable.
- Ability to travel in community to meet with clients/partners and occasional over-night travel for training around state.
- Health insurance 1 st of the month following start date
- Generous amounts of annual and sick leave each month
- 13 paid holidays
- Retirement and deferred savings programs with up to $75 match
- Ongoing opportunities for training and professional development
To our applicants with disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the application process, please contact Human Resources at 573-751-3251. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate requested needs. TTY/TDD users: Relay Missouri Service: 573-751-0881.
Notice to Applicants: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas through INS.
Salary : $49,704 - $52,152
