Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Essential Functions: Position requires extensive knowledge of pencil/paper, computerized and work sample assessments related to vocational, mental, aptitude and behavioral evaluations and testing; the ability to facilitate group and individual evaluations; the ability to devise innovative means of testing/evaluating clients with unique challenges. This position partners with the VR Counselor and the client to determine appropriate vocational goals for Persons with Disabilities; generates clear, informative and timely reports; travels to perform evaluations upon specific requests of counselors; studies labor market statistics to determine trends; networks within the employment community to keep abreast of WIOA, local labor market needs and opportunities; participates in community outreach to develop relationships and promote partnerships with DRS; participates in area Unit meetings to provide accurate information regarding Vocational Evaluation procedures and options. Extensive overnight travel up to 3 nights/week throughout all 77 counties may be required. 

Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel.

Trial period (if applicable) is required.

Preference may be given to applicants with current LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) or CRC (Certified Rehabilitation Counselor), LBP (Licensed Behavioral Practitioner, LFMT (Licensed Marital and Family Therapist), School Counselor Certification (traditional) or certification in Special Education credentials and with experience in testing, assessments or psychometry. 

Application must include transcript which shows master’s degree has been awarded and any current Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Professional Vocational Evaluator (PVE) certification, Licensed Behavioral Practitioner (LBP), the Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LFMT), School Counselor Certification (Traditional) or Certification in Special Education or documentation of eligibility to sit for above certifications.

Background Check:  The Department of Rehabilitation Services will conduct a criminal background check on new hires as part of an offer of employment that is made contingent upon a successful criminal background check. 

Education and Experience Requirements: 

Level I - requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, vocational evaluation, or counseling; OR a bachelor’s degree and one year of experience in a disability related field.

Level II - requirements at this level consist of a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or human resources with a rehabilitation counselor major , psychology, Behavioral Science, Marital and Family Therapy, School Counseling, Special Education, a Master in Education in School Counseling or Special Education or a counseling related field, OR any master’s degree and is eligible to sit for the certification/licensure exam specific to the professional job duties such as the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE), or the Professional Vocational Evaluator (PVE) certification the Licensed Behavioral Practitioner (LBP), the Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LFMT), School Counselor Certification (Traditional) or Certification in Special Education.

Level III - requirements at this level consist of a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or human resources with a rehabilitation counselor major, psychology, Behavioral Science, Marital and Family Therapy, School Counseling, Special Education, a Master in Education in School Counseling or Special Education or a counseling related field, OR any master’s degree and is eligible to sit for the certification/licensure exam specific to the professional job duties such as the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE), or the Professional Vocational Evaluator (PVE) certification the Licensed Behavioral Practitioner (LBP), the Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LFMT), School Counselor Certification (Traditional) or Certification in Special Education; plus two years of professional experience in counseling, job placement, vocational evaluation or rehabilitation.

Level IV - requirements at this level consist of a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or human resources with a rehabilitation counselor major, psychology, Behavioral Science, Marital and Family Therapy, School Counseling, Special Education, a Master in Education in School Counseling or Special Education or a counseling related field, OR any master’s degree and is eligible to sit for the certification/licensure exam specific to the professional job duties such as the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE), or the Professional Vocational Evaluator (PVE) certification the Licensed Behavioral Practitioner (LBP), the Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LFMT), School Counselor Certification (Traditional) or Certification in Special Education; plus four years of professional experience in counseling, job placement, vocational evaluation or rehabilitation. Note: Experience which was incidental or not reflective of a major responsibility or duty of the position shall not be accepted as qualifying.

Benefit Highlights: The Department of Rehabilitation Services provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.

Benefits Include:

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave for the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service
• 5% additional pay for the possession of an appropriate professional certification or licensure
• Training opportunities to help meet CEU requirements

Method of Application: Applicants without previous state service, with previous state service but not currently employed by a state agency must apply though the Workday on-line External Listings applicant system (State of Oklahoma Careers (myworkdayjobs.com). 

Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply through the Workday on-line Internal Listings applicant system (Find Jobs - Internal State of Oklahoma - Workday (myworkday.com)

For questions regarding specific duties or details of this job, please contact Human Resources at HR@okdrs.gov.

An Equal Opportunity Employer