Arizona Department of Administration·Phoenix, Arizona
Provide vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance to individuals with disabilities to overcome barriers to employment. Manage caseloads, establish Individualized Plans for Employment (IPE), and coordinate with service providers to help clients gain or retain employment.
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Division of employment and rehabilitation services (Ders) rehabilitation services administration (Rsa) 3800 north central avenue, phoenix, arizona 85012
$23.3222 - $26.6541/ Hourly ($48,510.17 - $55,440.52 annually)
GRADE: 20
Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received
At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.
DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork.
To learn more about DES, please visit des.az.gov [https://des.az.gov/]; or click on the link here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nik5MiXqOV8] to view ‘Our DES’ video.
Come join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.
DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA). This position will report to the Supervisor and provide vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance to individuals with disabilities to address barriers to employment and gain the skills to enter, gain, or retain employment. This position will serve in a hybrid work environment.
Annual salary is commensurate with education and qualifications, ranging from $48,510.17 to $55,440.52
Travel will be required for client meetings, outreach/events, office coverage.
This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (minimum 2 days per week in the office/hoteling).
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here [https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion]. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page [https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers]
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Erinn Clanton at (602) 809-9066 or email eclanton@azdes.gov
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting (602) 809-9066 or emailing eclanton@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Market context
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