Job description
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) performs an integral role in improving Arizona’s workforce by assisting individuals who are unemployed or underemployed, and those with barriers, to prepare for and obtain meaningful employment. DERS supports Arizona employers with recruitment assistance by connecting them to a skilled workforce.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA). This position is responsible for working with close supervision of a Rehabilitation Services Supervisor or Program Manager, in the provision of vocational counseling services to individuals with disabilities to address impediments to employment and gain the skills to enter, gain, or retain employment.
Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following tiers:
- Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- Intermediate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Annual salary is commensurate with education and qualifications, ranging from $48,510.17 to $55,440.52
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
- Introduces clients to the vocational rehabilitation program including program eligibility criteria and client’s right and responsibilities
- Reviews client’s medical and/or psychological information to identify employment needs and goals as well as available services and resources
- Provides vocational counseling, career exploration, and labor market exploration to determine suitable employment goals
- Meets with clients on a one-on-one basis to problem solve and establish or modify an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)
- Provides case management and maintains regular contact with clients, service providers, and collaborative programs, and assess services and IPE progress
- Manages fiscal resources including authorizing, reviewing, and payment of services
Intermediate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- Same duties as listed above and the following duties:
- Provides case management to clients with complex needs and goals
- Serves as program liaison for specialized groups
- Provides guidance to Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors
- Same duties listed above and the following duties:
- May serve as back up to the Rehabilitation Supervisor
- Provides case management to clients with high complexity level
- Knowledge of Federal and State laws, statutes, rules, regulations pertaining to vocational rehabilitation services
- At least one year of case management experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Broad knowledge of physical, mental, and cognitive disabilities
- Familiar with referral and community resources
- Understands computer access technology and assistive aids & devices
- Knowledge of occupational opportunities and labor market trends
- Ability to motivate clients in achieving goals
- Effective oral and written communication
- Strong time management skills
- Resourceful and problem solver
- Excellent interpersonal skills
N/A
- Please see the qualification tiers listed above.
- Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), applicable to all newly hired State employees.
- Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
- The position will require a current, valid Arizona Driver’s License. Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) and have an acceptable driving record in accordance with DES Fleet Management-Safety Program policy and procedures (DES 1-07-26 & DES 1-07-26-01). Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed.
- Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Child Protective Services Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
- Candidate shall have or meet the requirements to obtain prior to their first day of employment, a valid Level One Arizona fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1758.07 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
- Career Advancement & Development Opportunities
- Flexible schedules to create work/life balance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Stipend Opportunities
- Infant at Work Program
- RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Opportunity to work remotely (home office) on an ad-hoc basis
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On, or shortly after, your first day of work, you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.
For questions about this career opportunity, please call (602) 633-2767 or email MyrandaCarrasco@azdes.gov.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting (602) 633-2767 or emailing MyrandaCarrasco@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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