Job Opening: Rehabilitation Counselor / Rehab Counselor Trainee (RCD)

Location: Fishersville, Virginia

Position #: 00389
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) at the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services is currently seeking a motivated Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor RCD (Rehab Counselor for the Deaf) to provide comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services, which result in employment and enhanced independent living for persons with disabilities. Core case management services include guidance and counseling, training, physical/mental restoration, and job placement services. Caseloads consist of individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and a general caseload of adults / students with disabilities.
This position is located in Fishersville, Virginia, which is in the Shenandoah Valley and is 15 minutes from the Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind. For more information on the area, review the Shenandoah Valley Travel Association website – http://www.visitshenandoah.org/

The agency has the option of filling this job at the Counselor I (Trainee) level if fully qualified applicants are interviewed and not selected. The minimum salary for a Counselor I (Trainee) is $28,782-54,653. The minimum salary for a Counselor II (fully qualified) is $37,047-70,801. To review the position and apply, visit the website – https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=1010321