Company:
State of North Carolina
Location: Wilmington
Closing Date: 24/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Salary: $40,442.00 - $70,774.00 Annually
Location : Regional, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 24-04874 EIPD
Department: Dept of Health and Human Services
Division: Vocational Rehabilitation
Opening Date: 05/23/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Class Title: Rehabilitation Counselor
Position Number: 60054578
Salary Grade: NC10
Description of Work
*** $6,000 SIGN-ON BONUSES NOW BEING OFFERED ***
A Sign-on bonus of $6,000 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.
**See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.**
This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workday. The Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.
This vacancy announcement is for multiple positions assigned to the Central Region of North Carolina which include the following counties:
Alamance, Anson, Bladen, Caswell, Chatham, Cumberland, Davidson, Davie, Durham, Forsyth, Franklin, Granville, Guilford, Harnett, Hoke, Johnston, Lee, Montgomery, Moore, Orange, Person, Randolph, Richmond, Robeson, Rockingham, Sampson, Scotland, Stokes, Surry, Vance, Wake, Warren, Yadkin
The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD)promotes employment and independence for persons with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership.
Job responsibilities include the following:
Selected applicant needs to have the means to travel as the job requires.
About NC Department of Health and Human Services: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.
Compensation & Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution;
OR A master's degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution;
OR
Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an on-line application using this link, . If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be evaluated for the consideration.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.
For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at
855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-855-3517.
*Graduating Students with applicable degrees listed above with an anticipated graduation date will be considered and should submit an unofficial copy of their transcripts. Job offers will be contingent upon completion of their degree and submission of an official transcript.
All applicants should attach a copy of transcripts.
**Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus**
Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements: A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time employee who works 20 to 40 hours per week is eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week).
An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:
(1) the employee has held a position in North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date);
(2) the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency;
(3) or DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.
This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
To be considered for this position, you must clearly show within the body of the application how you meet the state mandated minimum education and experience requirements for this vacancy. In order to receive credit for the supplemental questions in which you answered yes, you must provide supporting information within the body of the application to support your answer. Have you provided the necessary information for our screening process?
02
Which best describes your level of education?
03
Did you attach a copy of your transcripts? (Note: If you have not attached a copy of your transcripts, a copy will be requested if you are selected for an interview)
04
Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
05
I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. Answers to supplemental questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. In order to receive credit for the supplemental questions in which you answered yes, you must provide supporting information within the body of the application, to support your answer. Your application should also reflect all education and all professional work experience acquired including high school and all degrees. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. (NOTE: AN ATTACHED RESUME NOR "SEE RESUME" DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION. If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
06
I understand that the budgeted salary for this position is limited to $59,000. If offered this position, the salary offered will be a maximum of $59,000.
07
In which unit office/county would you prefer to work?
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Location : Regional, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 24-04874 EIPD
Department: Dept of Health and Human Services
Division: Vocational Rehabilitation
Opening Date: 05/23/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Class Title: Rehabilitation Counselor
Position Number: 60054578
Salary Grade: NC10
Description of Work
*** $6,000 SIGN-ON BONUSES NOW BEING OFFERED ***
A Sign-on bonus of $6,000 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.
**See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.**
This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workday. The Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.
This vacancy announcement is for multiple positions assigned to the Central Region of North Carolina which include the following counties:
Alamance, Anson, Bladen, Caswell, Chatham, Cumberland, Davidson, Davie, Durham, Forsyth, Franklin, Granville, Guilford, Harnett, Hoke, Johnston, Lee, Montgomery, Moore, Orange, Person, Randolph, Richmond, Robeson, Rockingham, Sampson, Scotland, Stokes, Surry, Vance, Wake, Warren, Yadkin
The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD)promotes employment and independence for persons with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership.
Job responsibilities include the following:
- Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services
- Develop a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian
- Provide rehabilitation services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling
- Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
- Work directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed
- Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy
Selected applicant needs to have the means to travel as the job requires.
About NC Department of Health and Human Services: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.
Compensation & Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Visit website for .
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
- Knowledge of or experience in case management
- Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or underserved/marginalized populations
- Knowledge of or experience working with a team of professionals to help a client meet a goal
- Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling
- Knowledge of and experience with the disability community and its culture through lived experience
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
- Case Management System experience
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution;
OR A master's degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution;
OR
Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an on-line application using this link, . If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be evaluated for the consideration.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.
For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at
855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-855-3517.
*Graduating Students with applicable degrees listed above with an anticipated graduation date will be considered and should submit an unofficial copy of their transcripts. Job offers will be contingent upon completion of their degree and submission of an official transcript.
All applicants should attach a copy of transcripts.
**Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus**
Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements: A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time employee who works 20 to 40 hours per week is eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week).
An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:
(1) the employee has held a position in North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date);
(2) the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency;
(3) or DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.
This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
To be considered for this position, you must clearly show within the body of the application how you meet the state mandated minimum education and experience requirements for this vacancy. In order to receive credit for the supplemental questions in which you answered yes, you must provide supporting information within the body of the application to support your answer. Have you provided the necessary information for our screening process?
- Yes
- No
02
Which best describes your level of education?
- I have a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and/or a current Certified Rehabilitation Counseling Certificate.
- I have a Master's degree in Counseling.
- I have a Master's degree in a Human Services field.
- I have a Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Services.
- I have a Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field.
- I do not have a relevant Master's degree, nor do I have a current Certified Rehabilitation Counseling Certificate.
03
Did you attach a copy of your transcripts? (Note: If you have not attached a copy of your transcripts, a copy will be requested if you are selected for an interview)
- Yes
- No
04
Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
- NC Jobs
- Employee Referral
- Conference / Career Fair
- Email campaign
- Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
- Indeed
- NC Nursing Board email
- Other General Job Boards
- Other Search Engines
- Other Social Media
- Internet Advertisement
- TV / Radio
05
I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. Answers to supplemental questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. In order to receive credit for the supplemental questions in which you answered yes, you must provide supporting information within the body of the application, to support your answer. Your application should also reflect all education and all professional work experience acquired including high school and all degrees. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. (NOTE: AN ATTACHED RESUME NOR "SEE RESUME" DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION. If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
- Yes, I understand and have fully completed all requirements.
06
I understand that the budgeted salary for this position is limited to $59,000. If offered this position, the salary offered will be a maximum of $59,000.
- Yes
- No
07
In which unit office/county would you prefer to work?
- Burlington Office (Covering the following counties: Rockingham, Caswell, Alamance)
- Chapel Hill Office (Covering the following counties: Orange, Chatham, Lee)
- Dunn Office (Covering the following counties: Harnett, Johnston, Sampson)
- Durham Office (Covering the following county: Durham)
- Fayetteville (Covering the following county: Cumberland)
- Greensboro (Covering the following county: Guilford)
- Henderson (Covering the following counties: Person, Granville, Franklin, Vance Warren)
- Lexington (Covering the following counties: Davie, Davidson, Randolph)
- Lumberton (Covering the following counties: Bladen, Robeson, Scotland)
- Pinehurst (Covering the following counties: Hoke, Moore, Montgomery, Richmond, Anson)
- Raleigh (Covering the following county: Wake)
- Winston-Salem (Covering the following counties: Surry, Stokes, Yadkin, Forsyth)
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