Rehabilitation Counselor (A/B)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Worcester, MA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Rehabilitation Counselor at Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH), you will play an essential role in guiding individuals on their journey toward recovery and reintegration. Working in a collaborative, person-centered environment, this role provides services to both adult and adolescent patients focuses on developing and facilitating therapeutic rehabilitation and recovery programs that help individuals with mental health challenges build skills, confidence, and independence. Those working in this position will facilitate evidence based/ best practice treatment groups, such as psycho-educational, task-based, leisure and on unit milieu treatment groups. This position is ideal for someone passionate about empowering others through structured support and meaningful engagement.
You will be joining a multidisciplinary team committed to holistic, recovery-oriented care, where creativity and initiative are valued. This is more than a counseling role—it is an opportunity to shape and deliver programs that make a lasting impact on lives. WRCH supports your ongoing professional growth through training and development, and offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your skills and compassion directly contribute to the well-being and future success of others.
Please Note: There is 1 vacancy for the Rehabilitation Counselor A/B position. The schedule is 11:15 AM to 7:45 PM with Sunday & Monday as your days off.

Requirements

• At least two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional or paraprofessional experience in social work, social casework, vocational counseling, employment counseling, rehabilitation counseling, or educational counseling.
• A Bachelor's or higher degree in rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation counseling, education of the physically or emotionally handicapped, education of the multiple handicapped, education of the learning disabled, social work, psychology, human services, or counseling may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.
• A Bachelor's or higher degree in a major other than rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation counseling, education of the physically or emotionally handicapped, education of the multiple handicapped, education of the learning disabled, social work, psychology, human services, or counseling may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience on the basis of four years of education for one year of experience.
• Licensure as a Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor by the Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health Professionals or Certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification may be substituted for the required experience.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Occupational Therapy (COTA) certification is a plus.
• Possession of a current Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor (LRC) or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) credential.
• Experience working in mental health or behavioral health rehabilitation settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement person-centered recovery and rehabilitation programs.
• Strong knowledge of evidence based / best practice treatment models and frames of reference used in a mental health setting.
• Proficiency in facilitating treatment groups focused on skill development, and life skills.
• Experience collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including documenting on progress patients have made toward their recovery goals.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and ethical standards.
• Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to vocational rehabilitation and mental health services.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in rehabilitation counseling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate therapeutic individual and group treatment to assist patients in developing functional skills needed to reach their recovery goals and support them in the rehabilitation recovery process.
• Develop, implement, and supervise skills training and support work programs tailored to patients needs. (as assigned)
• Document clinical observations / findings using appropriate rehabilitative terms and completing documentation within the rehabilitation workflow standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external professionals to share information and determine appropriate training and placement strategies.
• Prepare, review, and maintain detailed reports and recommendations concerning client patient progress, program effectiveness, and treatment plans.
• Participate in ongoing professional development through in-service trainings, seminars, and workshops related to recovery and rehabilitation.
• Recommend and oversee the procurement of equipment and materials necessary for program delivery.
• Attend clinical and administrative meetings to coordinate care and contribute to maximizing treatment outcomes.
• Manage fiscal responsibilities related to trainee payments and ensure accurate documentation in compliance with program policies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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What This Job Offers

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