What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehabilitation Counselor position at State of West Virginia?
Nature of Work
***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. ***
Under general supervision, at the full-performance Level, these positions perform professional counseling work that provide rehabilitative service to those with qualifying disabilities. They identify potential problems in returning consumers to the working community and develop programs and procedures to resolve these problems and may meet with employers to develop programs to modify jobs or find alternative employment for injured workers. Perform related work as required.
This position will cover territories 489 and 427. It will require the COR to travel to the high school listed above and handle Pre-ETS clients beginning at age 14. The counselor will discuss DRS services with adults, students, guardians, and school personnel. Once referral and application have been taken, the COR will obtain documentation of disability with functional limitations and determine eligibility for services. The COR will assist in planning for appropriate employment for adults; and students planning for high school graduation. The COR will be responsible for implementing needed services and will work with clients toward obtaining and retaining employment goals.
- As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job-related information will be completed, which may include, but is not limited to: criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, and education and training. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or discovering disqualifying information will result in denial or dismissal from employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when it is discovered.
RS26012
Position #0932P00336
Nicholas County
1 Vacancy
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Minimum Qualifications
Training: Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
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