Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee

Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee

Salary

$32,862.00 - $56,373.00 Annually

Location

Kanawha County, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

RS26054 PSA

Department

Commerce - Rehabilitation Services

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

7/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

LOCATION OF VACANCY

KANAWHA

Civil Service Type:

Classified-Exempt - This Position is Not Covered Under the DOP Merit System

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Nature of Work

Under the direct supervision of the Branch office supervisor, this individual will learn to function as a professional in providing services to individuals with disabilities in the general field/transition field. The counties to be served: Kanawha. This position will be housed in the Charleston Branch office. Duties will include but are not limited to: Providing rehabilitation counseling and guidance to the most significantly disabled individuals in a general field/transition field territory. They will incorporate rehabilitation techniques and standards to plan and arrange vocational rehabilitation services for those with physical and/or mental disabilities to assist them in obtaining or maintaining competitive employment. These techniques may include vocational assessment, guidance, and counseling regarding vocational goals, referring clients for evaluations and diagnosis, and developing comprehensive plans for employment. They will evaluate medical documentation to determine eligibility for services as well as the impact of the disability. They will have extensive contact with the public through community groups and service providers in representing the Division of Rehabilitation Services and the Agency's mission. They will also serve as a resource for businesses and employers or representatives of public and private agencies.

• As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job-related information will be completed, which may include, but is not limited to: criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history, and education and training. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or discovering disqualifying information will result in denial or dismissal from employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when it is discovered.

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Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

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Employer West Virginia

Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East

Building 3 Suite 500

Charleston, West Virginia, 25305

Phone (304) 558-3950

Website http://personnel.wv.gov