Posting number: 2026-01873
Department: Department of Workforce Services
Division: Vocational Rehab - Worland
Job classification: SOVR09 - VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR
Posting type: Open
Categories: Counseling, Rehabilitation Services
SummaryProvides a variety of direct and referred services in a program for persons with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities, including vocational counseling, training, employment, and referrals for medical care. This position will work with students with disabilities in the transition from school to work.Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position interviews and assesses clients to determine individual needs, abilities, and eligibility for services by interpreting medical and psychological evaluations. Responsibilities include providing clients with information regarding available services and eligibility requirements to support informed decision-making and client choice.
The position utilizes vocational assessments, rehabilitation counseling, and supportive services to empower clients in achieving independence and employment goals. Duties include developing rehabilitation plans in coordination with physicians, monitoring client progress, and assisting clients in creating an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) with clearly defined employment outcomes, progress measures, and identified client and counselor responsibilities.
This role collaborates with local school districts and educational institutions to provide transition services for students and youth with disabilities. Additional responsibilities include working with employers to identify appropriate employment opportunities, providing job coaching and training, and delivering post-employment services to help clients maintain successful employment.
The position also conducts financial needs and resource assessments to determine client participation in rehabilitation program costs and provides ongoing counseling throughout the rehabilitation process to ensure client needs are effectively addressed.
Washakie County is located in north central Wyoming. From breathtaking mountain vistas through the Bighorn National Forest and along the Cloud Peak Skyway Scenic Byway, to the awe-inspiring limestone walls of Ten Sleep Canyon and the vivid colors of the Painted Desert, eye-candy truly makes US Highway 16 .” The Sweet 16.”Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
- Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
- Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
- Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
- and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Interviews and assesses clients to determine needs and abilities.
- Interprets medical and psychological evaluations to determine eligibility.
- Provides clients with an overview of services provided and what they may be eligible for to ensure client-informed choices.
- Utilizes vocational assessment and information, along with rehabilitation counseling, to support and empower clients to achieve empowerment and independence.
- Develop a rehabilitation plan in conjunction with Physicians and monitor client progress.
- Works with clients to develop an Individualized Plan for Employment with clearly defined employment outcomes, criteria needed to evaluate progress toward achieving employment, client responsibilities, and counselor responsibilities.
- Collaborates with local school districts and other educational institutions to provide transition services to students and youth.
- Works with employers to find suitable opportunities for clients.
- Provides job coaching skills and training to support the client's move to employment.
- Provides post-employment services to clients needing short-term services to enable them to retain current employment.
- Conducts financial needs and resource assessments to determine if the client will be required to participate in the costs of the rehabilitation program.
- Provides counseling during the clients' rehabilitation program to ensure that all clients' needs are being met.
Examples of duties
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to candidates who are qualified to sit for the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) exam.
Preference may be given to candidates with knowledge of local employers and educational institutions.
Preference may be given to candidates with experience using Google and Microsoft software.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of industrial, commercial, and professional occupations suitable for disabled persons.
- Knowledge of available training facilities and employment opportunities for a variety of occupations.
- Knowledge of the psychological and social issues of the disabled.
- Knowledge of client data collection.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to the area of specification.
- Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation programs and procedures.
- Knowledge of the services offered by various community organizations.
- Skilled in creating and conducting presentations.
- Ability to track and maintain monthly expenses related to client needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:Bachelor's Degree (typically in Counseling or Social Services) Experience:0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Vocational Rehabilitation)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:None
Qualifications
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services( DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm all newly hired employees' eligibility to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
- Former State of Wyoming employees, who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment, will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.
Supplemental information
053-Department of Workforce Services - Administration - Vocational Rehabilitation
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