Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Adult) - #ARS00515

About the role

We’re hiring a Counselor II—giving qualified candidates options that fit their experience. Join a mission‑driven organization, work with a supportive and inclusive team, and enjoy outstanding state benefits.

Why Join Us? Inclusive, professional, and highly supportive teams Impactful public service that drives positive outcomes Exceptional state benefits and work life balance

Responsibilities

In partnership with people with disabilities, the Division of Rehabilitative Services (DRS), a division of the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), assists individuals with disabilities in making informed choices that maximize their employment opportunities through coordinated service delivery.

We are seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Adult) to provide vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance, case management, and comprehensive service delivery to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving competitive integrated employment (CIE).

Employee must adhere to all federal and state regulations and agency policies and procedures, including WIOA Title IV requirements. Other duties/special projects as assigned.

This position serves a caseload of primarily adults with disabilities in the Fairfax County, Alexandria City, and Arlington region, averaging approximately 130–160 individuals.

Requirements

• In accordance with 34 CFR 361.10, 34 CFR 361.11, and Virginia’s Combined State Plan under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), applicants are required to have a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or a closely related field.
• Applicants within a semester of completing their master's may also be considered.
• Master’s level transcripts or copy of current certification, if applicable, must accompany the application.

Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of the social, economic, medical, vocational, and emotional issues impacting persons with disabilities; interviewing, evaluation, and counseling techniques; methods and tools for career counseling and exploration.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of vocational service delivery to persons with disabilities.

Skills

• Skilled in Windows based computer usage and the ability to learn proprietary software for case management/case documentation purposes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, and the professional community.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple and sometimes unrelated responsibilities in a timely manner; to prioritize duties and exercise responsible judgment with minimal supervision.

Benefits

DARS offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance plan options, flexible spending accounts, VRS retirement, employer paid basic group life insurance, optional employee paid group life insurance, 13 paid holidays, Sick Leave, Annual Leave, Family Personal Leave, employee discount programs, and more.

Pay

Starting Salary $71,309 commensurate with experience. Pay Band: NV 4

Schedule

In accordance with the Commonwealth Telework Policy, telework is limited based on agency business needs.