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Rehabilitation Counselor-Commerce-Rehabilitation Services-Kanawha Co.
Posted on Sept. 6, 2025
- Wv, United States of America
- 39461.0 - 68582.0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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Nature of Work
***This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. ***
Under the direct supervision of the Charleston Supervisor, this individual will function as a professional in providing services to individuals with disabilities in the general and transition field. The county served is Kanawha. This position will be located in the Charleston Branch Office.
Duties will include but are not limited to: providing rehabilitation counseling and guidance to the most significantly disabled in a general/transition field territory. They will incorporate rehabilitation techniques and standards to plan and arrange vocational rehabilitation services to those with physical and/or mental disabilities to assist them in obtaining or maintaining competitive employment. These techniques may include vocational assessment, guidance and counseling regarding vocational goal, referring consumers for evaluations and diagnostics and developing comprehensive plans for employment. They will evaluate medical documentation to determine eligibility for services as well as impact of disability. They will have extensive contact with the public through community groups and service providers in representing the Division of Rehabilitation Services and the agency's mission. They will also serve as a resource for businesses and employers or representatives of public and private agencies/schools. Travel within the area of assignment is required to contact consumers, community rehabilitation programs, and employers. Thus, a valid driver's license or certification that the applicant will provide a reliable means of transportation is required.
As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job-related information will be completed, which may include, but is not limited to: criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, and education and training. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial or of dismissal from employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when discovered.
Kanawha County
1 Vacancy
IMPORTANT: You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume. Please make sure to review the “Other Information” section of this listing for any specific instructions of the hiring department.
ATTENTION: Applicants may provide verification of post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact any personal information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by U.S.mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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Minimum Qualifications
Training: Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
**Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.**
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