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* *The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Disability Employment and Transitions Division, Vocational Rehabilitation Services Bureau. Do you love working with people and have a passion for helping those with disabilities? This position provides guidance and counseling to individuals with disabilities in achieving employment outcomes. Responsibilities include developing individual rehabilitation plans, counseling consumers on job and career development goals, providing on-site job coaching or assistive devices, approving, purchasing, and monitoring the quality of goods and services, and consulting and coaching Workforce partners, community rehabilitation providers, businesses, and other stakeholders on serving individuals with disabilities. * * Why Join DPHHS* * Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Qualifications for this Career Opportunity * * * Knowledgeof psychosocial assessment, occupational placement, and vocational rehabilitation counseling. * Knowledgeof medical and psychiatric conditions in relation to the rehabilitation process. * Knowledgeof counseling theories, techniques, and applications. * Effectivewritten and oral communication skills. * Abilityto be flexible and balance between literal adherence to rules and the use of policies as a guide. Does not look to protect the rule, but rather uses the rules to increase engagement. * Meet minimum qualifications: o Individuals may be considered for a training assignment if they possess: + Bachelor’sdegree in a related field. + Oneyear of experience in rehabilitation counseling, career counseling, or human services. o Fully qualified applicants possess: + Master’sdegree in rehabilitation counseling. + Certificationby the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) is highly preferred. * * How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Resume – Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone for each position. * Cover Letter – Please describe your experience working with people who live with disabilities. Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. Additional Information This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy. This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. The first screening of candidates will take place on June 14, 2024. Title: Rehabilitation Counselor (10201) Location: Bozeman Requisition ID: 24141554