Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

23.07 - $36.91 Hourly

47,989 - $76,782 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 65

Posting Details

SHARE is currently working on a system update for applicants who use screen readers. A screen reader is a software application that enables people with visual impairments to use a computer. Screen readers work closely with the computers Operating System to provide information about icons, menus, dialogue boxes, files and folders. If you are applying with a screen reader and need assistance, please contact Chelsea Talamante at (505) 476-4460.

Why does the job exist?

Provides vocational rehabilitation services to persons who are blind or severely visually impaired in order that they may obtain, maintain, or advance in employment.

How does it get done?

Incumbent determines an applicant's eligibility for Commission services; identifies any and all disabilities and medical conditions that may represent impediments to employment; coordinates adjustment counseling; coordinates blindness skills training; conducts a career assessment to identify a vocational goal that is consistent with the client's unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, interests, and informed choice; jointly develops an Individualized Plan for Employment that describes the services that are necessary to achieve the vocational goal; coordinates the delivery of the services described in the Individualized Plan for Employment; provides and coordinates job placement services as necessary; and coordinates post-employment services as necessary

Who are the customers?

Persons with blindness or severe visual impairments, family members, school personnel, and employers.

Ideal Candidate

Candidate possesses a Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation counselor certification, and three years of related experience.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Vocational Rehabilitation, Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, or related degree as referenced by statute. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education.

Employment Requirements

Must obtain and maintain Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification (CRC) issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or be eligible to sit for the CRC examination; Must obtain and maintain New Mexico rehabilitation counselor licensure as defined in the New Mexico Public Education Department Rules (6.63.11) NMAC. If selected, incumbent with only a Bachelor's Degree will be required to complete a Master's Degree program in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling within four years of hire at the employer's expense.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual / Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage. Regularly works with individuals with secondary disabilities, some of which resulting in challenging behaviors. Occasionally exposed to service animals. Regular travel is required within service territory, including occasional overnight travel using agency vehicles.

Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information : Chelsea Talamante. Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms / conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Salary : $47,989 - $76,782