Trans Voc Rehab Counselor (Weatherford)

About the role

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) seeks a Transition Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (TVRC) Trainee - Sr TVRC to support the mission of helping individuals with disabilities achieve employment goals.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality Transition Services to students with disabilities, including those potentially eligible for VR services.
• Develops and maintains relations with community referral sources, businesses, employers, and schools.
• Collaborates with local education agencies and families to support students' transition to postsecondary education and employment.
• Affords opportunities for students to explore career options and gain employment experiences.
• Maintains student records and manages case loads.
• Ensures timely and cost-effective provision of services and monitors student progress towards employment goals.
• Develops and implements processes for job placement for students.
• Works with regional employment specialists and business relation specialists to build relationships with businesses.
• Applies best value purchasing practices and ensures efficient use of public funds.
• Acts as a team leader for assigned support staff.
• Participates in training activities for staff development.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of related work experience, or two years of related work experience with a bachelor’s degree in a field reasonably related to vocational rehabilitation.
• Experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor in accordance with agency career ladder requirements.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 10 pounds.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or CRC certificate.
• LPC credential.
• Master’s degree in any other field with one year of related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field with a major in vocational rehabilitation or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field with a major in counseling, education, social work, psychology, or public health.
• Three years of related work experience.

Skills

Applicants should demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, sound decision-making abilities, and experience in case management, counseling, job placement, and working with individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary: $3,582.00 - $4,940.00/month.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health plans, life insurance, retirement programs, paid leave, and holidays.
• Longevity pay.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Free CEUs for maintaining CRC credentials and reimbursement for CRC & LPC renewals.

Pay

$3,582.00 - $4,940.00/month.

Schedule

Varies, but involves up to 75% travel.

Application

To apply, complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and submit online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search).