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State of South Carolina

Counselor I (Veteran Caseload) - Charleston Office

State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, United States

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Overview

Counselor I (Veteran Caseload) – Charleston Office. Join South Carolina state government in a role focused on vocational rehabilitation services for veterans, with opportunities for meaningful work, comprehensive benefits, and a healthy work-life balance. Responsibilities

Prepare and assist eligible South Carolinians with disabilities to achieve and maintain competitive employment by coordinating services including vocational counseling, guidance, and direct job placement (Veteran Caseload). Conduct and coordinate communication assessments, vocational assessments, career exploration, and job preparation instruction; design an individualized plan for employment (IPE). Complete caseload management activities on a weekly basis. Perform other related duties as required or assigned. Minimum and Additional Requirements

Master's degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Counseling, Psychology or other degree qualifying under CSPD guidelines. Ability to counsel and advise students and youth with various physical or mental disabilities toward a vocational goal through an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) and consideration of the consumer's interests, abilities, and needs. Ability to communicate effectively to establish and maintain working relationships with consumers, vendors, employers, the medical community, and coworkers. Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Additional Information

The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children Paid parental leave Flexible work schedules 15 days annual (vacation) leave 15 days sick leave 13 paid holidays State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs Note:

South Carolina is prioritizing veteran employment in state agencies and institutions. See eligibility requirements.

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