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Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee - Commerce - Kanawha Co.
Posted on May 22, 2025
- Wv, United States of America
- 32862.0 - 56373.0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
Nature of Work
Under the direction of the Charleston Supervisor, this individual will learn to provide a full range of services to individuals with disabilities in Kanawha County. This position will be located in the Charleston Branch Office.
Duties will include but are not limited to: seek and accept referrals, conduct initial vocational diagnostic interviews, obtain diagnostic information for determination of eligibility/significant disability/order of selection. May also administer achievement and aptitude tests, interpret psychological and vocational data to determine rehabilitation needs, provide vocational counseling, and assist the consumer in making a suitable goal choice. The individual will also develop individualized employment plans with consumers/parents, provide/arrange and monitor services and progress and will assess economic need.
The individual should possess good communication and case management skills and have good computer skills. The individual will be the liaison representative with several local agencies. Travel within the counties 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 discovering disqualifying information will result in denial or dismissal from employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when it is discovered.
IMPORTANT: Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your resume or application; therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.
ATTENTION: Applicant must verify 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. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. 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 that 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 mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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Minimum Qualifications
Training: Bachelor’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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