Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs in Nevada

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The Position

Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisors and Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors manage a caseload budget; determine eligibility or ineligibility; assess vocational rehabilitation needs; develop individualized plans for employment (IPE); coordinate the delivery of services; provide counseling and advocacy services; provide appropriate job placement; and determine employment outcome in order to minimize disabling conditions and reduce dependency for individuals whose mental or physical disability presents a barrier to employment and/or self-sufficiency.

Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation.

This recruitment is for a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1, underfill for Voc Rehab Counselor 2. The incumbent will progress to the next level upon meeting minimum qualifications and the approval of the appointing authority. This rehabilitation counselor's primary responsibility is to provide support, guidance, and counseling services to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 2 will assist clients in overcoming challenges related to their visual impairment and help them become independent and to gain employment. This role involves assessing clients' needs, developing rehabilitation plans, and collaborating with other professionals to ensure holistic support. The The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

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To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: