STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1

Recruitment #190722-9150EB-001

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, is currently recruiting to fill several Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 position(s) located statewide. The locations are as follows: Bridgeport, Danielson, Danbury, East Hartford, Manchester, Middletown, Montville, New Britain, New Haven, Stamford, Torrington, Waterbury, Willimantic and Windsor.

This recruitment pool would be used for future vacancies up to six (6) months from the certification date. The selected candidate(s) would be responsible for providing vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.

This Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 is required to deal with the public, conduct community outreach and manage referrals from general intake, community organizations, school systems and other community referrals to provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with a wide variety of disabilities.

Candidates who are in their last semester toward a Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling may be considered.

Selection Plan

NOTE: Please ensure that your application is complete. Do not submit any other attachments at this time, all relevant information should be completed on the application in JobAps. Upon request, during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: cover letters, performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact DORS HR Recruitment at DORS.Recruitment@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services this class is accountable for performing professional rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs a limited range of professional rehabilitation planning for and services to individuals with disabilities and rehabilitation needs; conducts interviews and explains functions, services and eligibility requirements of the agency; counsels individuals and assists in planning, selecting, preparing for and achieving a vocational goal; obtains sufficient case information from schools, employers, Social Security Administration and other public and private agencies and medical facilities; arranges for services within the agency or other community agencies; prepares written reports to document decisions and assesses vocational rehabilitation potential; establishes community referral sources; prepares case histories and other case records as components of an assigned caseload using an electronic system; coordinates and delivers presentations; may administer vocational tests; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of vocational rehabilitation counseling and interviewing; some knowledge of disability and resulting functional limitation and medical terminology; some knowledge of community resources; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to relate to different cultural and economic backgrounds; ability to organize time, set priorities and manage workload using an electronic system; some ability to gather, analyze and evaluate significant information pertinent to the rehabilitation of an individual; some ability to establish and maintain an effective counseling relationship with individuals; some ability in report writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Master's degree from an accredited college with a major course of study in vocational rehabilitation counseling, psychology, special education or related behavioral or social sciences.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
  • Candidates who possess a certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor.
  • Working experience with case management systems.
  • Working experience with individuals with disabilities
  • Working experience with community outreach

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class will be required to obtain the educational qualification for the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 and meet the most current national standard for Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) as specified by the Commissioner on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).
2. Incumbents in this class are required to maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license or Identification Card.
3. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel with or without accommodation.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.