Rehabilitation Counselor - Council Bluffs

About the role

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) is seeking a Rehabilitation Counselor to join our team at the Iowa WORKS office in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This role is more than a job—it is an opportunity to partner with individuals with disabilities as they build meaningful, sustainable employment and greater independence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Pre-Employment Transition Services to potentially eligible students
• Interview applicants and support teams; gather medical, psychological, educational, and social information
• Determine eligibility and significance of disability classifications
• Develop Individualized Plans for Employment (IPEs) tailored to each participant’s goals, interests, and abilities
• Provide counseling and guidance to support informed career decisions and long-term employment success
• Collaborate with families, schools, providers, and employers to remove barriers and create pathways to competitive, integrated employment
• Maintain accurate and timely case documentation within the case management system
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet compliance standards, timeframes, and agency goals
• Build partnerships with employers, community providers, schools, and workforce organizations
• Develop on-the-job training, work-based learning, and apprenticeship opportunities
• Collaborate with the Iowa Workforce Development Business Engagement Team for employer outreach
• Support job carving and customized employment aligned with participant strengths and goals

Business & Community Engagement

• Engage with employers, community providers, schools, and workforce organizations
• Educate businesses on disability inclusion and reasonable accommodations
• Create on-the-job training, work-based learning, and apprenticeship opportunities
• Collaborate with the Iowa Workforce Development Business Engagement Team for employer outreach
• Support job carving and customized employment aligned with participant strengths and goals

Qualifications

• Strong counseling, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze information, exercise sound judgment, and document decisions clearly
• Commitment to equity, accessibility, and inclusive employment practices
• Collaborative mindset and comfort working with diverse stakeholders
• Organizational skills and attention to compliance and timelines

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of federal regulations and agency policies

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, and nine paid holidays)
• IPERS Retirement Plan plus optional deferred compensation savings
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance & Discount Programs
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Pay

New hires will start at base starting wage: $27.40/hour, $2,195.20 bi-weekly, $56,992.00 annually

Schedule

Full-time | Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

About the Agency

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) operates within Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) and is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities achieve independence through employment. IWD is a statewide agency focused on connecting job seekers with opportunities and supporting employers in building strong, skilled workforces. Through Iowa WORKS centers and partner offices across the state, IWD delivers demand-driven workforce services that strengthen Iowa’s economy and communities.

Why This Role Matters

This position offers the chance to see direct, lasting impact in the lives of others while building a meaningful public service career. If you’re ready to combine purpose with profession, we’d love to meet you.