Independent Living Rehabilitation Counselor

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Chatham, North Carolina, US
$42,627 - $75,718 py
Conduct community outreach
Comprehensive client assessment
Develop service plans
The Independent Living Rehabilitation Counselor serves individuals who are visually impaired, blind or deaf blind who are in need of individualized services to maintain independence in the home and/or community

Job Summary

  • The Independent Living Rehabilitation Counselor serves individuals who are visually impaired, blind or deaf blind who are in need of individualized services to maintain independence in the home and/or community.
  • Services provided by this program assist individuals with adapting to sensory loss in order to reduce a sense of isolation, increase the ability to engage in meaningful activities and reduce the risk of injuries, depression and nursing home placement.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

The Independent Living Rehabilitation Counselor serves individuals who are visually impaired, blind or deaf blind who are in need of individualized services to maintain independence in the home and/or community.

Salary

$42,627 - $75,718

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conduct community outreach
  • Comprehensive client assessment
  • Develop service plans
  • Provide guidance and counseling
  • Make referrals to resources
  • Instruct daily living skills
  • Manage program budget
  • Hire and train vendors
  • Coordinate group trainings
  • Develop community partnerships

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with people with disabilities
  • Team collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or related human services field
  • Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience considered

Work Rights

Not specified

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