Rehabilitation Counselor

State of North Carolina

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Counselor position provides vocational rehabilitation services by developing and implementing comprehensive service plans for individuals with one or more disabilities, based on diagnostic evaluation and functional assessment. The role independently administers a full range of case services, including eligibility determinations, plan development, budget monitoring, counseling, and case closure activities. The Rehabilitation Counselor manages a diverse caseload spanning disability categories such as mental health, intellectual or cognitive disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, substance use, and transition-age youth. Work includes coordinating referrals, delivering guidance and support to clients, and collaborating with professionals, families, and service providers to achieve competitive employment or improved independent living outcomes. The position may also oversee or guide support staff involved in case management and client service delivery. This position is located in Mount Airy, Surry County, which is the satellite office of the Winston Salem unit office.

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 A current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated expertise in evaluating medical and psychological diagnostic data to determine client eligibility and functional capabilities, applying intermediate‑level interpretation skills to inform service planning.
• Proven skill in developing and implementing individualized rehabilitation or independent living plans, incorporating diagnostic findings, resource coordination, and measurable client goals.
• Proficiency in managing case service budgets, including encumbering funds, tracking expenditures, and maintaining financial accuracy throughout the service cycle.
• Extensive experience providing supportive and vocational counseling, delivering structured guidance that aligns client needs with employment or independent living outcomes.
• Demonstrated capability in coordinating service delivery across multidisciplinary providers, ensuring consistent communication with clients, family members, and specialty professionals involved in the rehabilitation process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic and functional assessments to determine client eligibility and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and implement individualized written rehabilitation or independent living plans in collaboration with clients.
• Manage a diverse caseload by coordinating services across disability categories, monitoring progress, and adjusting plans as needed.
• Encumber and monitor case service funds to ensure effective use of resources and adherence to budget requirements.
• Provide supportive and vocational counseling to guide clients toward employment or increased independent functioning.
• Deliver information and referral services to connect clients with community resources, specialty providers, or adaptive supports.
• Coordinate or oversee activities of paraprofessional or support staff engaged in case monitoring, job development, and job placement tasks.
• Conduct job development and employer outreach to promote vocational rehabilitation services and support competitive employment outcomes.
• Provide direct instruction when needed to support clients in building skills for employment or independent living.
• Mentor new counselors, practicum students, or interns when assigned, offering guidance on casework methodology and service delivery.

Benefits

• The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive 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