Vocational Counselor

Description

Helping Hand Center is a nonprofit agency serving children and adults with developmental disabilities in the greater Chicagoland area since 1955. We offer a range of programs and services, including:

• Outpatient Therapies
• Early Intervention
• School for Children with Autism
• High School Transition
• Residential Homes
• Employment Services
• Adult Day Services
• Special Recreation Program

Our mission is to assist persons with disabilities to achieve their highest level of independence. We strive to offer a beneficial and well-rounded experience that will help you gain vital credentials towards your personal career growth in human services. We continue to seek creative and motivated team members to contribute to our programs and services.

Vocational Counselor  are now available to provide a positive experience for individuals looking to learn and develop their careers.

As a member of the Employment Services Team,  you will be:

Position Summary: Under the direction of the employment services supervisor and in accordance with stated agency policies and procedures, the Vocational Counselor is responsible to provide support, training and service coordination for students with Developmental Disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Vocational Assessment: Utilizing situational experiences, work samples, interest inventories, and other appropriate assessments / evaluation tools and /or reports, Asses individual’s work skills, strengths and   barriers as they relate to increased vocational / functional skills.
• Provide assistance and staff training to implement strategies. Strategies include but are not limited to, environmental modifications, task modifications and individual or group training.
• Educate employers regarding client’s needs and accommodations. Assess if clients’ functional level matches employers’ job requirements.   
• Develop a vocational plan, (based on the Vocational assessment and combined with agreed upon vocational outcome goals) which will include goals and strategies.

Qualifications

•  Requires a Bachelor's Degree  plus one or more years’ experience in working with adults with disabilities in community employment or a Master’s Degree in rehabilitation counseling.  CRC preferred.

• Must have a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and proof of current vehicle insurance.