Rehabilitation Counselor

AgencyDept of Health and Human ServicesDivisionEMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPDJob Classification TitleRehabilitation Counselor (S)Position Number60054807GradeNC10About UsThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.Description of WorkThis Rehabilitation Counselor position is located in the Asheville VR/IL Unit Office and will serve transition students with disabilities receiving education through Buncombe County School System. The primary purpose of the Rehabilitation Counselor is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating individualized services to help clients overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain employment. Job responsibilities include the following:• Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services• Developing written plans of services in conjunction with the client, parent, and/or guardian• Providing rehabilitation services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and providing supportive counseling• Monitoring client progress throughout the service delivery process• Working directly with community partners and employers to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming successfully employed• Documenting service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policyKnowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Grade Range $43,267 - $75,718 Recruitment Range $43,267 - $64,000**Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours**Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:Knowledge of and/or experience working with people with disabilitiesKnowledge of and/or experience with case managementKnowledge of and/or experience working within a team settingPosting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing datePosition is funded in part through federal fundsAbout Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD):The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide.  To learn more about EIPD: https://youtu.be/4QUy2w9B6AU.Compensation & Benefits:The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.  Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).  Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.  In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.  Visit website for State BenefitsSupplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.               Application ProcessBe sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the night BEFORE the closing date.Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. 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