Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor/Trainee (Adult Caseload)- ARS00403
Company: DHRM
Location: Culpeper
Posted on: April 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor/Trainee (Adult
Caseload) - ARS00403 State Role Title: Counselor II Hiring Range:
See Notation Pay Band: 4 Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs
Location: Aging & Rehab Svcs Agency Website:
https://www.dars.virginia.gov Recruitment Type: General Public - G
If making a real impact on the lives of clients energizes you, we
want you on our team ! We’re hiring at both the Counselor I
(Trainee) and Counselor II levels , giving qualified candidates
options that fit their experience. Join a mission?driven
organization , work with a supportive and inclusive team, and enjoy
outstanding state benefits. Why Join Us? ? Purpose-driven work ?
Inclusive, supportive teams ? Great state benefits Job Duties: In
partnership with people with disabilities, the Division of
Rehabilitative Services (DRS) is a division with the Virginia
Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). DRS
assists individuals with disabilities to make informed choices that
will maximize their employment through coordinated service
delivery. DRS staff will assist the Virginia Career Works Network
to deliver quality workforce services to individuals with
disabilities who want to work and employers seeking to hire them.
We are seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor / Trainee
(Adult Caseload) to provide comprehensive vocational rehabilitation
services in compliance with federal/state laws and agency
policies/procedures that result in employment and enhanced
independent living. Core services may include guidance and
counseling, employment training, education, physical/mental
restoration, and job placement services. The caseload will serve
100 adults with disabilities in Culpeper and surrounding areas.
Other duties and/or special projects as assigned. Completes duties
and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor. Minimum
Qualifications: In accordance with 34 CFR 361.10, 34 CFR 361.11,
and Virginia’s Combined State Plan under the Workforce Innovation
and Opportunity Act (WIOA), applicants are required to have a
master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or a closely related
field. Applicants within a semester of completing their master's
may also be considered. Transcripts must accompany the application,
and they must display the date that the degree was awarded.
Demonstrated knowledge of the social, economic, medical,
vocational, and emotional issues impacting persons with
disabilities; interviewing, evaluation, and counseling techniques;
methods and tools for career counseling and exploration. The agency
has the option of filling this job at the Counselor I (Trainee)
level if fully qualified applicants are interviewed and not
selected. The minimum for a Counselor I (Trainee) is $50,107. The
minimum for a Counselor II (fully qualified) is $ 56,372.
Additional Considerations: Current CRC credential. Knowledge of
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), and the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance requirements. Skilled in
Windows based computer usage and the ability to learn proprietary
software for case management/case documentation purposes. Ability
to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective
working relationships with customers, co-workers, and the
professional community. Ability to organize and manage multiple and
sometimes unrelated responsibilities in a timely manner; to
prioritize duties and exercise responsible judgment with minimal
supervision. Special Instructions Master’s or bachelor's level
transcripts or copy of current certification, if applicable, must
accompany the application. Please note that the transcripts must
display the date that the degree was awarded. Benefits: DARS offers
a comprehensive benefits package to include your choice of health
insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, VRS retirement,
employer paid basic group life insurance, employee paid optional
group life, 13 paid holidays, Sick Leave, Annual Leave, Family
Personal Leave, employee discount programs, and much more! This has
been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1. A
fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the
finalist candidate. The selected candidate must complete a
Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of
employment (Va. Code § 2.2-3114). Reasonable accommodations are
available to persons with disabilities during the application
and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance. Minorities,
Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, Americorp, Peace Corps,
and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply. To
Apply: Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be
accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date
through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management
System. PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt when your
application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your
Application” in your PageUp account to check the status of your
application for this position. You will be provided a confirmation
of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted
successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to
check the status of your application for this position. Contact
Information: Name: Human Resources Email:
Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s
commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with
disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring
Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will
need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the
Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the
Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status
questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable,
to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can
be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or
DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use
that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring
Process.
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