Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf

For more information and to apply before the position is filled, please visit: https://dasstateoh.taleo.net/careersection/oh_ext/jobdetail.ftl?job=250007B3

Compensation: $29.08/hour (unless required by legislation)
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00AM – 5:00PM M-F
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: 1199

Applicants for this position MUST be proficient in American Sign Language.

Prior to appointment, applicants will be required to demonstrate fluent communication skills in American Sign Language or other non-verbal means of communication (e.g. manually coded-English, etc.) A person without fluent skills will not be eligible for appointment.

This vacancy is posted ongoing and is considered open until filled.

Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf (RCD) Position Overview

As an RCD, you will learn about rehabilitation counseling, programs related to individuals with disabilities, labor market job opportunities, and employment barriers & accommodations.

RCDs help Deaf Ohioans with employment. The job has a lot of variety, so every day can look different. On one day, an RCD may be working with a Deaf high school student, helping them learn about the world of work and talking about self-advocacy. On another day, an RCD may be meeting with a person who has been at the same job for the last 15 years and is interested in getting promoted.

RCDs help Deaf Ohioans think about what jobs will be a good fit for them, help them develop a plan to prepare for that job, and then help them get and keep that job. RCDs collaborate with a lot of community partners, like the Community Centers for the Deaf (CCDs), local schools and training programs, and the county Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) centers.
RCDs are managed by a supervisor who knows sign language, and all team members know sign language as well. OOD has a team of staff interpreters to support the work of the RCDs.

Classification: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Candidates with the following certifications are eligible to make $31.74/hour:

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) or Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW).

Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf Duties

– Interview individuals with disabilities to gather detailed information about their work history, medical situation, and more.

– Determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services.

– Interpret diagnostic information to determine the needs of the participant.

– Counsel individuals and their families concerning strengths and limitations based upon diagnostic information.

– Counsel individuals toward increased functioning and mutually agreeable vocational goals as well as collaborate with community providers to assist participants in achieving goals.

– Develop comprehensive individualized plans for employment (IPE) for participants.

A Successful Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf

– Is highly organized with efficient time management skills.
– Is able to conduct research, analyze technical material and results.
– Has outstanding public relations and customer service skills.
– Has excellent interviewing techniques & computer skills.
– Is able to work collaboratively and develop rapport.
– Has an understanding of the local labor market.

Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage
– Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
– Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
– Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
– Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
– Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants for this position MUST be proficient in American Sign Language.

-Bachelor’s degree in vocational rehabilitation counseling, counseling, social work, psychology, disability studies, special education, business administration, human resources, economics or related rehabilitation or human services area AND 24 months experience direct work with individuals with disabilities (e.g. Independent Living Center or 24 months providing direct service or advocacy activities with individuals with disabilities.

-OR Master’s degree in in vocational rehabilitation counseling, counseling, social work, psychology, disability studies, special education, or related rehabilitation or human services area.

-OR Master’s degree in business administration, human resources, law, management, public administration or related field which provides competence in the employment sector &/or the field of disability AND 12 months direct work experience with individuals with disabilities (e.g. Independent Living Center) or 12 months experience providing direct service or advocacy activities with individuals with disabilities.

Note: Education & experience per Code of Federal Regulations Title 34-Subtitle B-Chapter III-Part 361-Subpart B-361.18

Job Skills: Vocational Rehabilitation, American Sign Language, Counseling and Rehabilitation, Human Services, Public Relations, Budgeting, Organizing and Planning, Collaboration, Time Management, Intercultural Communication, Analyzation