What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vocational Counselor position at The Choice Group?
Description
Vocational Counselor
Are you searching for a job that’s not “just a job?” Are you looking to break free from a traditional 9-5 work week? Are you passionate about helping people succeed in becoming independent?
We help people with disabilities live up to their abilities! We are looking for dedicated people to join our team in our mission to help our clients find meaningful employment in the community.
This position will primarily serve clients and students with disabilities in the community. Our programs provide support for individuals with varying abilities in finding and maintaining successful, integrated employment in the community.
Compensation is excellent and based on experience, education, and additional applicable skills
Candidates with teaching experience and education backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply!
Requirements:
This position requires a dedicated person to be a self-starter with great time management skills. This is a community-based position, so the ideal candidate will have a valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, a good driving record, and documentation of adequate auto insurance.
Prefers at least a Masters degree in a related field plus 1 year of related experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 2 years of related experience, an Associate’s degree (or equivalent credits) in a related field plus 4 years of experience, or a high school diploma and 10 years of related experience.
Related field or experience is defined as: Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychology, Sociology, Counseling, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Human Services, or other education or work with individuals with varying disabilities that is determined to be equivalent)
EOE/VEVRAA Federal Contractor – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
The Choice Group is an E-Verify Employer
Benefits
Available to Full Time Employees includes:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability and Group Term Life Insurance covered at 100%
- Additional Fringe Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development Fund
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Free LPC/LCSW Supervision
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $24