Counselor-In-Charge (CIC)

Description of Work This Counselor-in-Charge position, located in the Asheville VR Office is an internal professional assistant supervisor to work in organizing and directing the delivery of vocational rehabilitation services in the office serving individuals with disabilities in Buncombe County.
This CIC will assist Unit Manager with work which involves planning, implementing, and evaluating the technical and administrative components of a diverse rehabilitation program’s day-to-day operations.
This CIC is responsible for supervising counselors serving the Buncombe County transition caseloads for our eight local high school caseloads consisting of individuals with physical/medical disabilities and Madison County Adult general caseload that assist individuals with physical and mental health disabilities.
Administrative management tasks include casework approvals to ensure quality service delivery for the assigned coverage area, budget development, performance management/improvement, staff development/training, and consultation/technical assistance to subordinate staff.
Work may include other related assignments as determined by Unit Manager.
The DHHS Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) promotes employment and independence for persons with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership.
About NC Department of Health and Human Services: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals.
Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace.
We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.
Compensation & Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.
Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Visit website for State Benefits Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form.
Any information omitted from the application form, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Please refer to the link below for additional information https://oshr.
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gov/work-for-nc/how-do-i-get-job In-depth knowledge of casework methodology and techniques of rehabilitation counseling Knowledge of federal and state laws governing the delivery of rehabilitation services Demonstrated knowledge of the community job market and job placement opportunities Proven ability to analyze medical and psychological data for planning and delivery of rehabilitation services Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, family members, and various professional and specialty service providers involved in the rehabilitation process Management Preferences Good interpersonal skills and experience working with people with disabilities Knows VR policy/procedure and can train and work with inexperienced counselors Ability to work independently and collaboratively Physical Requirements Drivers’ License required, as travel in the service area is required.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.
” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
See oshr.
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Masters degree in rehabilitation counseling or counseling from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor; OR Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), and two years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Requirement: Successful completion of the agency requirements for independent counselor status.
Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an on-line application using this link, https://www.
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