Independent Living Counselor

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

North Carolina, US
Salary grade range: $41,655 - $72,897; recruitment...
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Independent living skills instruction
Community outreach and engagement
Develop service plans
The Independent Living Rehabilitation Counselor serves individuals who are visually impaired, blind or deaf-blind who need 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 need individualized services to maintain independence in the home and/or community.
  • Job duties include conducting outreach, completing comprehensive assessments, interpreting eye reports, determining eligibility, and developing service plans with clients.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Salary Grade Range: $41,655 - $72,897; Recruitment Range: $41,655 - $63,000; Benefits: Comprehensive state benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Independent living skills instruction
  • Community outreach and engagement
  • Develop service plans
  • Case management process
  • Vendor hiring and training

Nice-to-have

  • Adapt to sensory loss
  • Reduce isolation and risk
  • Meaningful activity engagement
  • Team of professionals collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling
  • Master’s degree in a related human services field
  • Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification

Work Rights

Not specified

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