State Of Texas Houston , TX 77020
Posted 3 weeks ago
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The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, retain, and advance in employment.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND HELP PEOPLE WITH VR
According to the Department of Labor, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was 12.6% in 2020. This jobless rate continues to be much higher than the rate for those without disabilities.
PUBLIC SERVICE IN VR IS FOR YOU…
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), a Family Friendly Certified Workplace, is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) I-Sr VRC to join the Vocational Rehabilitation Department located at 4424 North Frwy, Houston, TX. This position will serve Blind- Visually Impaired customers.
You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
Benefits to working for TWC include:
Staff who serve customers directly will be limited to one day of telework per week during their probationary period of employment with TWC VRD, beginning with their first week of work. After successfully completing probation, this position may be approved to telework up to two days per week.
The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) I-Sr VRC performs routine to senior-level vocational rehabilitation work in support of the mission, goals and values of the Texas Workforce Commission. VRC I-Sr VRC applies critical thinking skills and sound decision making in performance of routine rehabilitation work in the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program. This program assists eligible individuals with disabilities to prepare for, retain, obtain and/or advance in competitive, integrated employment and includes assisting students with disabilities to transition successfully from high school to postsecondary education and employment.
The ideal candidate will perform work using the applicable policy, guidance, and the electronic case management system. The VRC I-Sr 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.
GENERAL DUTIES:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree with major in Rehabilitation Counseling or Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from an accredited college or university;
OR master's degree with major in counseling or related degrees such as Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services from an accredited college or university plus one-year related work experience.
OR Master's degree with any other major plus two years related work experience;
OR Bachelor's degree with a major in vocational rehabilitation from an accredited college or university plus one-year related work experience;
OR Bachelor's degree with major in Counseling, Education, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or Public Health from an accredited college or university plus two years related work experience;
OR Bachelor's degree with any other major plus three years related work experience.
Experience working with Blind- Visually Impaired customers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Depending on required qualifications and experience, a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) vacancy may be filled at any level from a VRC I to Sr VRC. Factors such as education, credentials, and experience will be considered when establishing the hiring level and starting salary. Hiring managers will use the following Minimum Qualifications Guidelines to determine the hiring level.
No experience required to meet minimum qualifications if candidate meets Comprehensive System of Personnel Development (CSPD).
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field plus one year of experience in vocational rehabilitation services.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field plus three years of experience in vocational rehabilitation services.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field plus five years of experience in vocational rehabilitation services plus meet the Comprehensive System of Personnel Development (CSPD) educational requirements.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field plus six years of experience in vocational rehabilitation services plus meet the Comprehensive Systems of Personnel Development (CSPD) educational requirements.
All levels:
Experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor cited above must be in accordance with the career ladder requirements of the agency.
Related work experience is defined as case management, counseling, job placement and general knowledge of disabilities.
Applicants selected who do not have a master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or CRC certificate or LPC credential will be required to meet the CSPD educational requirements within a time frame established upon employment. This will entail taking specific courses that focus on the professional role of a Rehabilitation Counselor.
Copy of official transcripts, certifications and/or credentials will be requested at the time of interview.
This position involves up to 30% travel, and method of transportation is the responsibility of employee. Counselors are required to travel to reach their assigned consumers on a regular basis. Thus, travel is required for this position. Duties also include the ability to lift/carry 10 pounds.
VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_SocialServices.pdf.
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