Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with Deaf/Hard of Hearing Responsibility

Job Location

8030 N. Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64118

Why You’ll Love This Job

You will experience a culture of support, encouragement, and care for one another and our clients. The work we do is life-changing for Missouri citizens with disabilities, as we collaborate with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing on their journey toward employment. Our clients find the sense of purpose and independence we all seek in life. Join our team to find fulfillment in helping others achieve their employment goals!

Job Summary

Utilize various counseling techniques to guide people with disabilities to find and keep meaningful jobs.

Essential Job Duties

• Utilize counseling techniques such as motivational interviewing, active listening, goal-setting, and strengths-based counseling to help individuals clarify career goals and increase readiness for employment
• Build trusting, supportive relationships that encourage self-advocacy, autonomy, and informed decision-making
• Conduct individualized assessments to identify interests, skills, barriers, and support needs related to employment
• Determine eligibility for services by reviewing medical, psychological, and educational records
• Develop individualized plans for employment with clients
• Provide guidance and coaching related to job searching, resumes, applications, interviewing, and workplace expectations
• Support individuals in addressing barriers to employment, including confidence, work history gaps, accommodations, and adjustment to the workplace
• Coordinate with employers, community partners, and support services to create employment opportunities and promote successful job retention
• Maintain accurate documentation and case notes in compliance with program and funding requirements
• Draft authorizations for goods and services and complete verification of services before recommending approval for payment
• Travel within the community and for training is required

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of the social, psychological, and physical aspects of disability
• Basic knowledge of occupations, including required skills, physical demands, training, and working conditions
• Basic knowledge of community resources and eligibility for services
• Basic knowledge of case management methods, documentation, and evaluation
• Understanding of occupational and labor market trends
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with agencies, schools, colleagues, and vendors
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining an active caseload
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Listening, presenting, and building rapport

Other Qualifications and Experience

Master’s degree required from an accredited college or university in rehabilitation counseling, guidance and counseling, psychology, social work, or closely related field. Minimum educational requirements are defined by the Code of Federal Regulations, 361.18(C)(II)(A(1).

Benefits

• Defined pension plan
• Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
• Eligibility for health insurance coverage
• Health insurance 1st of the month following start date
• Generous amounts of annual and sick leave each month
• 13 paid holidays
• Retail and deferred savings programs with up to $75 match
• Ongoing opportunities for training and professional development

Contact Information

To apply, contact Human Resources at 573-751-3251 or by email: vacancy@vr.dese.mo.gov. For assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at 573-751-3251. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate requested needs. TTY/TDD users: Relay Missouri Service: 573-751-0881.