Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs in West Virginia

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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Rehabilitation Counselor
  • West Virginia
  • - Various Locations, WV FULL_TIME
  • Special Hiring Rate:
    $34,320.00  - Division of Rehabilitation Services 


    Under general supervision, at the full-performance level, these positions perform professional counseling work that provide rehabilitative service to those with qualifying disabilities. They identify potential problems in returning consumers to the working community and develop programs and procedures to resolve these problems and may meet with employers to develop programs to modify jobs or find alternative employment for injured workers. Performs related work as required.


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    IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.

     

    ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter.


    Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

     

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    • Counsel consumers to assess the individual's ability to obtain, maintain and retain employment and to identify potential problems with the return to work. 
    • Provide vocational and life adjustment counseling and guidance. 
    • Collect and assess medical, psychological and vocational data to determine rehabilitation needs of the disabled consumer. 
    • Determine consumer’s eligibility for rehabilitation services. 
    • Facilitate the provision of medical and rehabilitation services from the Division of Rehabilitation Services, the health-care community and the rehabilitation community. 
    • Meet with community employers for job development purposes and to assess work-site modifications that may be needed. 
    • Develop appropriate rehabilitation programs to enable individuals to obtain, maintain or retain employment. 

     

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

    • Knowledge of the Rehabilitation Act and subsequent amendments. 
    • Knowledge of the principles of counseling and guidance. 
    • Knowledge of occupations in terms of skills required, physical demands, training requirements and working conditions. 
    • Ability to understand and interpret medical, psychological and vocational reports for the purpose of formulating vocational goals and objectives. 
    • Ability to establish relationships and develop resources at the community level.
    • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

    Training: Master's degree from an accredited college or university. 

     


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Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee
  • West Virginia
  • - Various Locations, WV FULL_TIME
  • Under direct supervision, at the entry level, these positions perform work in a probationary, training capacity. The training period is a balanced combination of rehabilitation casework and formal tra...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist I-Romney, WV
  • Omega Health
  • Romney, WV FULL_TIME
  • Are you ready to make a real impact? Can you be the Change in your Community? Omega Health Services is a CARF Accredited leading provider in Vocational Rehabilitation for persons with disabilities. We...
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Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist I-Keyser, WV
  • Omega Health
  • Keyser, WV PART_TIME
  • Are you ready to make a real impact? Can you be the Change in your Community? Omega Health Services is a CARF Accredited leading provider in Vocational Rehabilitation for persons with disabilities. We...
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Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist I- Moorefield, WV
  • Omega Health
  • Moorefield, WV FULL_TIME
  • Are you ready to make a real impact? Can you be the Change in your Community? Omega Health Services is a leading provider in Vocational Rehabilitation for persons with disabilities. We are currently s...
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Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist I-Martinsburg, WV
  • Omega Health
  • Martinsburg, WV FULL_TIME
  • Are you ready to make a real impact? Can you be the Change in your Community? Omega Health Services is a leading provider in Vocational Rehabilitation for persons with disabilities. We are currently s...
  • 26 Days Ago

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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 ...
  • 3/29/2024 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 ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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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

West Virginia (/vərˈdʒɪniə/ (listen)) is a state located in the Appalachian region in the Southern United States and is also considered to be a part of the Middle Atlantic States. It is bordered by Pennsylvania to the north, Maryland to the east and northeast, Virginia to the southeast, Kentucky to the southwest, and Ohio to the northwest. West Virginia is the 41st largest state by area, and is ranked 38th in population. The capital and largest city is Charleston. West Virginia became a state following the Wheeling Conventions of 1861, after the American Civil War had begun. Delegates from so...
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