Rehabilitation Counselor Independent Living

State of North Carolina • Raleigh, NC

3d

About The Position

This position is located in Raleigh, Wake County and will provide coverage for an independent living caseload. The primary purpose of the Independent Living Rehabilitation Counselor is to provide services to eligible individuals with the most significant disabilities in order to de-institutionalize where possible or prevent institutionalization of individuals who are at risk for the same. The Independent Living Counselor works with the consumer to improve functioning in the home and community.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution; or a master’s degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution; or current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of or experience with case management.
• Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or undeserved/marginalized populations.
• Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required independent living services.
• Develop a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian
• Provide rehabilitation services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling.
• Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
• Work directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed.
• Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy.

Benefits

• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level