Job Description

Posting number: 1801-26-ET-MRS-075

Department: LEO-Labor and Econ Opportunity

Job classification: Rehabilitation Counselor 9-P11

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Professional, Miscellaneous

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At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our Department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO

This position provides a range of professional vocational rehabilitation guidance and counseling services to individuals with disabilities and consultation/training services to business customers. These services may include but are not limited to:

•Vocational guidance and counseling, physical restoration, training, education, accommodations, retention services and placement services.

•Informs community partners and general public of vocational rehabilitation services.

•Develops and maintains relationships with businesses within an assigned geographic or program area.

•Exhibits knowledge of labor market information and effective use of placement strategies.

•Utilizes resources which result in obtaining and maintaining customer employment while providing high quality services to businesses.

The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor relies on their clinical skills to incorporate and conceptualize the information gathered to determine customer’s eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services and develop and implement an individualized plan for employment.

Rehabilitation Counselor 9-P11 - Position Description Summary

There is a possibility of a remote/hybrid schedule based on performance and operational need. However, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. The work location for this position is 402 North First St. Harrison, MI 48625

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Education

Possession of a master’s degree with a major in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, guidance and counseling, special education, social work, psychology, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or physical therapy

Experience

Rehabilitation Counselor 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Rehabilitation Counselor 10

One year of professional experience providing rehabilitation counseling services equivalent to a Rehabilitation Counselor 9.

Rehabilitation Counselor P11

Two years of professional experience providing rehabilitation counseling services equivalent to a Rehabilitation Counselor, including one year equivalent to a Rehabilitation Counselor 10; or, three years of professional experience providing rehabilitation services coordination equivalent to a Rehabilitation Services Coordinator, including one year equivalent to a Rehabilitation Services Coordinator P11.

Supplemental information

To be considered for this position you must:
1. Attach a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.
2. Attach a copy of your detailed resume to the job application. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
3. Attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s)

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to LEO. For more information regarding official transcripts, click here

Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.

View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/RehabilitiationCounselor_13092_7.pdf

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Industry

Government & Public Safety

Company Size

10,000+ employees

Headquarters

Lansing, Michigan

Year Founded

Unknown

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 9-P11 - Harrison

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