The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)
Division provides a variety of
individual services to persons with disabilities in preparation for their
employment in the competitive labor market and to employers seeking to retain
valuable employees with disabilities or hire qualified individuals for their
workforce.
We are currently seeking Certified Rehabilitation Counselors throughout
the state of Georgia to evaluate, authorize and coordinate vocational
counseling activities and services for our clients. This position assists
eligible clients in preparing for, obtaining, and/or maintaining employment,
and counsels with employers concerning their special needs. Cultivates and
coordinates community and agency resources in advancement of this vocational
goal and to ensure the provision of quality services to our clients.
Certified Rehab Counselor
Certification is required for this position. If you do not have the
certification, you will be hired as a career specialist.
You qualify for the position of Career Specialist
if you possess the following:
Bachelor’s degree in a human service field,
counseling or special education `and 2 years of related experience working
directly with individuals with disabilities. (Note:
Completion of Master’s degree in a human service field, counseling, or special
education or closely related field will count as one year of experience.
Also, the successful completion of a counselor internship will count as one
year of experience.)
Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience about
disability programs and policies to include vocational rehabilitation, special
education, career and technical education and career pathways.
Demonstrated ability to train and present to
stakeholders at various levels
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining
relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Note: As a condition of employment with Georgia Vocational
Rehabilitation Agency, you must successfully complete a mandatory federal and
national background check, Pre-employment testing, and additional checks
required for your job.
Preferred Qualifications:
You qualify
for the position of Certified Rehabilitation Counselor if you possess the
following:
Current certification
as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) by the Commission on
Rehabilitation Counselor Certification
For more information about this job contact:*
GVRA_Recruiter@gvs.ga.gov
Master's degree in education, counseling, rehabilitation counseling, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of professional experience in social work, counseling or equivalent areas OR Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation counseling, social work, or a closely related behavioral or social science field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of related experience OR One year of experience at the lower level Rehabilitation Counselor 2 (SSP061) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require specialized certification.
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