Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs in Louisiana
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)
Recently Added Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs
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 - 10 Days Ago
Vocational Rehabilitation/Employment Services Coordinator
- XP Works LLC
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Baton Rouge, 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...
- 10 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...
- 10 Days Ago
Licensed Practical/ Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
- Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation
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Franklin, LA
FULL_TIME
- New Highly Competitive Rates Now Offering $2500.00 Sign on Bonus for FT LPNs Shift Differentials: Nights $2.00/hr. Weekends $5.00/hr. Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation is looking for YOU. Yes, you. The ...
- 2 Days Ago
Licensed Practical/ Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
- Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation
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Morgan, LA
FULL_TIME
- Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation is looking for YOU. Yes, you. The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse. You are the heroes who wear masks and scrubs. The love and compassion that you show toward others...
- 2 Days Ago
Licensed Practical/ Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
- Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation
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Tallulah, LA
FULL_TIME
- Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation is looking for YOU. Yes, you. The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse. You are the heroes who wear masks and scrubs. The love and compassion that you show toward others...
- 8 Days Ago
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs at Popular Companies
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- Texas Workforce Commission
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Rosenberg, TX
- For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you! The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- State of Nebraska
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Omaha, NE
- The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Blind & Visually Impaired Commission - Agency 81 Location: Omaha Job Posting Hiri...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR
- Sycuan
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El Cajon, CA
- VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR Tribal, 2 Kwaaypaay Court, El Cajon, California, United States of America Req #14168...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- ServiceSource, Inc.
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Jacksonville, FL
- Knowledge of the theories and practices of vocational rehabilitation counseling; case work principles, practices, and te...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- State of Arizona
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Tucson, AZ
- DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, a...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- State of Arizona
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Chandler, AZ
- DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, a...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- State of Pennsylvania
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Harrisburg, PA
- THE POSITION Do you have experience with vocational rehabilitation services? Are you interested in assisting individuals...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- ServiceSource, Inc.
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Inverness, FL
- Knowledge of the theories and practices of vocational rehabilitation counseling; case work principles, practices, and te...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Louisiana
Louisiana is bordered to the west by Texas; to the north by Arkansas; to the east by Mississippi; and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico.
The state may properly be divided into two parts, the uplands of the north, and the alluvial along the coast.
The alluvial region includes low swamp lands, coastal marshlands and beaches, and barrier islands that cover about 20,000 square miles (52,000 km2). This area lies principally along the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River, which traverses the state from north to south for a distance of about 600 mi (970 km)) and empties into the Gulf of Mexico; ...
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Income Estimation for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs
$63,533 to $83,417
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What does a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor do?
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