Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 9-P11

Posting number: 1801-26-ET-MRS-038

Department: LEO-Labor and Econ Opportunity

Job classification: Rehabilitation Counselor 9-P11

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Professional, Miscellaneous

Summary

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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 atwww.michigan.gov/LEO.

Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) are a statewide network of vocational rehabilitation professionals developing creative, customized solutions that meet the needs of individuals and business. We deliver individualized services that assist potential employees with differing abilities to prepare for, pursue and retain careers. We partner with business in employee development, business consulting and corporate relations. Learn more about MRS at LEO - Michigan Rehabilitation Services.

Positions carry out a range of professional rehabilitation counseling services, including vocational guidance, physical restoration, training and placement to persons with disabilities. Informs community resources and general public of vocational rehabilitation services within assigned geographic or program area.

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 9-P11 (Position Description)

Employment Option: Hybrid/Flexible Schedule available based upon satisfactory performance and/or 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.

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Examples of duties

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

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and your official college transcript(s) to your application. 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(Download PDF reader).

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.

The department reserves the right to close this posting at any time if it is determined that a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of results.

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.

For information about this specific position, please email LEO-OHR@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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

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