Voc Rehab Counselor (Odessa)

Texas Workforce Commission
Odessa, TX
Job Description
Role Overview

The Texas Workforce Commission is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) Trainee - Sr VRC to join the Vocational Rehabilitation Department in the Concho Valley/Permian Basin MU 1-7. The VRC performs highly complex case management work in support of the mission, goals and values of the Texas Workforce Commission.

What You Will Do

Assists eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for, retain, obtain and/or advance in competitive, integrated employment. Develops and maintains relations with community referral sources, businesses, employers and schools. Collects and analyzes information necessary to make an accurate eligibility decision.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Ideal candidate will perform work using the applicable policy, guidance, and the electronic case management system. The VRC is hired by the VR Supervisor with the approval of the VR Manager, and works independently, with moderate to minimal supervision by the VR Supervisor.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in a field of study reasonably related to vocational rehabilitation
  • Master's degree with major in Rehabilitation Counseling or Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
  • Related work experience in case management, counseling, job placement and general knowledge of disabilities

Benefits

  • Competitive starting salary: $3,582.00 - $4,940.00/month
  • Salary and position level will be based on experience and demonstrated skills
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid leave and holidays
  • Longevity pay
  • Tuition assistance program
  • FREE CEUs to maintain CRC credentials and reimbursement for CRC & LPC renewals
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