Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs in Kenner, LA
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor provides vocational rehabilitation services to disabled individuals in order to facilitate their employment and/or reemployment. Evaluates patients' interests, qualifications, and limitations to develop appropriate employment objectives for them. Being a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor requires a bachelor's/master's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Vocational Rehabilitation/Employment Services Coordinator
- XP Works LLC
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Metairie, LA
FULL_TIME
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The Vocational Rehabilitation/Employment Services (VR/ES) Coordinator will act as the primary liaison and manager for all Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Services programs under Opportunity Now's Adult Services Division. The VR/ES Coordinator works with and under the direct supervision of the Director of Adult Services and the Executive Management Team to support comprehensive programs intended to engage a diverse population of individuals. These programs promote self-sufficiency and enrich the lives of participants with various backgrounds through career opportunities that lead to an enhanced quality of life.
Qualifications- Bachelor?s degree in education, social work, psychology, rehabilitation services, or related disciplines, with two (2) years of direct supervisory or management experience.
- Three (3) years of work experience in a human services field, education, or career/employment counseling or related field.
- Experience developing and managing budgets, hiring, and training, supervising and assessing personnel.
- Must have strong and polished interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
- Must be highly organized and able to work well with others.
- Experience planning events; experience with curriculum planning and implementation.
- Must have reliable, independent transportation and be willing to travel.
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Must be willing and able to travel
- $52,000/year
- Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
- 401k with matching
- Paid time off (holidays, vacation & sick leave)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity to work with a progressive and innovative leadership team.
- Opportunity for potential growth in the company
- Use of company computer
- Follow established policies and procedures for maintaining the integrity of the program and ensure those policies are being implemented among staff.
- Assist in the development of short and long-term plans for programs, monitor progress, assure adherence and evaluate performance.
- Assist in design of performance objectives and implement and monitor programming to meet desired outcomes.
- Support planning and coordination of a program and its activities.
- Develop yearly outreach plan according to program needs and capacity.
- Ensure that databases are maintained, which includes keeping participant and prospect information and mailing list updated.
- Supervise Employment Specialists, Classroom Instructors and Program Assistants by articulating expectations, displaying model behavior, maintaining open lines of communication and being clear about roles and relationships.
- Organize training seminars to address staff needs and identify relevant external training opportunities.
- Assist with the development of program marketing and communications strategies to support program goals and increase community awareness.
- Develop specific job opportunities that match the participants? skills, work experience, related training and interests.
- Screen and match Opportunity Now participants with employment opportunities based on their skills, work experience, hobbies and interests.
- Maintain relationships with existing employers and establish relationships with new employers who are willing to hire Opportunity Now participants.
- Maintain budget and track expenditures/transactions.
- Knowledge of principles and practices related to work readiness and life skills, educational issues, community services, or adult workforce development.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows based computer applications and database management.
- Able to work with a variety of populations, including returning citizens and individuals with disabilities.
- Creative, strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Flexible; possessing the ability to wear different hats on short notice.
- Work assignment travel required.
- Regularly required to sit, prolonged standing, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, and other office equipment.
- Work in an office and classroom environment engaging with multiple personality types in conjunction with cultural differences and learning styles.
- Work with a variety of populations, including at-risk youth and adults, and individuals with disabilities.
- Be Open to Off-Topic Conversations at proper times for discussion and building a rapport with students (ex. Politics, Current Events, Life)
Full-time - 2 Days Ago
Vocational Rehabilitation/Employment Services Coordinator
- XP Works LLC
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La Place, LA
FULL_TIME
- The Vocational Rehabilitation/Employment Services (VR/ES) Coordinator will act as the primary liaison and manager for all Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Services programs under Opportunity N...
- 2 Days Ago
Master's degree as a Social Worker or Counselor
- Divine Intervention Rehabilitation LLC
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Orleans, LA
FULL_TIME
- Qualifications: Must be a Graduate of an accredited institution with a Master of Social Work degree; or Master degree in Behavioral/Social Science field (counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilit...
- 1 Month Ago
Bachelor's degree as a Social Worker or Counselor
- Divine Intervention Rehabilitation LLC
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Orleans, LA
FULL_TIME
- Qualifications and Required Experience: MUST already possess a Bachelor’s Art/Science degree from an accredited university or college in the specific field of counseling, social work, psychology or so...
- 20 Days Ago
Rehabilitation Technician
- Lifepoint Rehabilitation
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Cutoff, LA
OTHER
- DescriptionFacility Name: LADY OF THE SEA HOSP Setting: MS/OPFTE: Full TImeCity/State: Cutoff, LA Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more th...
- 13 Days Ago
Rehabilitation Technician
- Lifepoint Rehabilitation
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Charles, LA
OTHER
- DescriptionFacility Name: SH Sourthwest Louisiana Setting: LTACHFTE: Full TIme City/State: Lake Charles, LA Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services wi...
- 6 Days Ago
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RN Registered Nurse - Telemetry - PRN
- Ochsner Health
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Kenner, LA
- We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve,...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Primary Care Physician
- Hiring Now!
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Kenner, LA
- Were unique. You should be, too. Were changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you inno...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
LPN - Cardiology Clinic - Kenner - Full Time
- Ochsner Health
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Kenner, LA
- We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve,...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
LPN - LSU Family Medicine Clinic - Kenner FT- $7,500 SOB!
- Ochsner Health
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Kenner, LA
- We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve,...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Podiatry Clinic - Kenner - Full Time
- Ochsner Health
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Kenner, LA
- We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve,...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Nursing Assistant - PRN Evenings
- TBC Healthcare Solutions LLC
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Kenner, LA
- ***CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS - WEWANT TO WORK WITH YOU!*** IMMEDIATE CNA OPPORTUNITIESAVAILABLE $18 per hour TBC Heal...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
LPN - Kenner Primary Care - Full Time
- Ochsner Health
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Kenner, LA
- We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve,...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Registered Nurse RN Emergency Room ER
- OneStaffMedical
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KENNER, LA
- We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently - owned, nationally - recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready ...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Kenner, Louisiana
Kenner (historically French: Cannes-Brûlées) is the seventh-largest city in the U.S. State of Louisiana following New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Lake Charles and Bossier City. It is the largest city in Jefferson Parish and the largest incorporated suburban city of New Orleans. The population was 66,702 at the 2010 census.
Kenner's coordinates are 30°0′35″N 90°15′2″W / 30.00972°N 90.25056°W / 30.00972; -90.25056 (30.009610, −90.250585) and has an elevation of 0 ft (0 m).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 15.2 square miles (39 km2), o...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs
$64,468 to $84,645
Kenner, Louisiana area prices
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What does a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor do?
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The counselor will then develop a strategy for rehabilitation and advise the client on what they will need to do in order to begin the recovery process.
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Counselors meet regularly with clients to monitor their progress in recovery, discuss their options, and help them develop and improve their job skills.
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