Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs in Utah

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 Counselor II - Centerville
  • State of Utah
  • Davis, UT FULL_TIME




  • The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is seeking a motivated and highly skilled Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II to join our Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) team in the Davis District located in Centerville, UT. This will allow you to practice the latest techniques in rehabilitation counseling while developing strong partnerships with other agencies and programs to help clients enter or reenter the labor market.
     
    Principal Duties
    The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor performs the following tasks:
    • Provides counseling services to a combination of general caseload and transition youth, ages 14-24.

    • Provides full performance level vocational counseling and guidance, training and selective job placement services to individuals with disabilities.

    • Partners with the community and provides outreach to vendors to collaborate and coordinate agency activities and facilitate agency goals.

    • Travels when needed to provide outreach to schools, parents, business partners, community partners and training meetings.

    • Exercises a great deal of independent decision making.

    This position may be under filled as a Rehabilitation Counselor I or a Rehabilitation Trainee.
    • Rehabilitation Trainee - BS Degree - No work related experience - $20.42
    • Rehabilitation Counselor I - BS Degree 1 year work related experience - $22.45
    • Rehabilitation Counselor II - Masters in VRC or related field 1 year work related experience - $24.66
    • 5% salary increase will be provided to individuals who are Certified Rehabilitation Counselors (CRC).
    The Ideal Applicant
    The model applicant for this position is someone who:
    • Has a Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or a related field of study. Related degrees are those accepted under category 3 as defined by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) website
    • Possesses the ability and willingness to be eligible to hold a state of Utah Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor license within 5 years. To obtain this license you must complete 4,000 hours of disability related work experience as well as sit for and obtain a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification (CRC).
    • Has a 3.0 GPA or higher as an undergraduate in a related field of study (See Category 3 related degrees through the link above).
    • Is capable of independent thinking, autonomy and managerial skills.
    • Has the ability to establish and maintain community relationships.
    Preference 
    Preference points may be given for the following:
    • A Licensed Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (LVRC) or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
    • Current state of Utah employees.
    • One or more years of professional experience in counseling.
    • If under-filled, candidates who are currently enrolled in an RSA approved MRC program.

    Why You Should Join Our Team
    This is an opportunity to make a difference.  Along with the satisfaction of helping individuals with disabilities you will receive great health and retirement benefits.  Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer.  We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance.

    The Agency
    The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah’s communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, click here.DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.
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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II - Provo
  • State of Utah
  • Utah County, UT FULL_TIME
  • If you enjoy providing counseling and guidance while assisting individuals with disabilities to obtain employment and independence, this is the job for you! The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II - Logan
  • State of Utah
  • Cache, UT FULL_TIME
  • If you enjoy providing counseling and guidance while assisting individuals with disabilities to obtain employment and independence, this is the job for you! The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II - Ogden
  • State of Utah
  • Weber, UT FULL_TIME
  • If you enjoy providing counseling and guidance while assisting individuals with disabilities to obtain employment and independence, this is the job for you! The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) ...
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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II - Heber City
  • State of Utah
  • Wasatch County, UT FULL_TIME
  • If you enjoy providing counseling and guidance while assisting individuals with disabilities to obtain employment and independence, this is the job for you! The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II - Cedar City
  • State of Utah
  • Iron, UT FULL_TIME
  • If you enjoy providing counseling and guidance while assisting individuals with disabilities to obtain employment and independence, this is the job for you! The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) ...
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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
  • State of Pennsylvania
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • THE POSITION Do you have experience with vocational rehabilitation services? Are you interested in assisting individuals...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Service Source
  • Miami, FL
  • Make an impact by joining ServiceSource, a champion for people with disabilities. Explore new opportunities! ServiceSour...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Apogee Solutions
  • Fairfax, VA
  • Apogee Solutions, a Woman-Owned Small Business, is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (RCs) to support the Un...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Apogee Solutions
  • Richmond, VA
  • Apogee Solutions, a Woman-Owned Small Business, is seeking multiple Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (RCs) to suppor...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full-Time Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Apogee Solutions
  • Arlington, VA
  • Apogee Solutions, a Woman-Owned Small Business, is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (RCs) to support the Un...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Full-Time Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Apogee Solutions
  • Richmond, VA
  • Apogee Solutions, a Woman-Owned Small Business, is seeking multiple Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (RCs) to suppor...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR
  • BrightSpring Health Services
  • Hollywood, FL
  • Our Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Our operational team members focus on efficiently meeting ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Hollywood, FL
  • Our Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Our operational team members focus on efficiently meeting ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs
$63,356 to $83,194

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