Career Counseling & Transition Services Specialist (VR Service or Rehabilitation Specialist)
Career Counseling & Transition Services Specialist (VR Service or Rehabilitation Specialist)
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$ 24500 - 26900
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Job Description:
Were looking for candidates with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and critical thinking. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus! If you thrive on building relationships creatively solving problems and making a meaningful impact every day wed love to hear from you!
Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located in North Platte NE.
Pay Rates:
The available salary rate for this position is dependent on education and is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.
- Successful candidates with a bachelors degree will be hired as a Service Specialist Pay Grade 5: $24.975/hour ($25.287/hour after pay structure increases on June 30 2025).
- Successful candidates with a masters degree will be hired as a Rehabilitation Specialist Pay Grade 7: $30.219/hour ($30.597/hour after pay structure increases on June 30 2025).
Teammates Enjoy
In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $24500 - $26900 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at benefits paid time off and retirement Essential Functions Rehabilitation Specialist Additional Functions: Including the functions above Rehabilitation Specialists also perform the Essential Functions below. Working Conditions and Travel: This position requires approximately 55% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 45% of work time is spent in the community. Employees may be asked within reason to use their own personal vehicles for travel. There is also approximately six days of overnight travel per year. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Service Specialist: Bachelors degree in a related field and at least one year of work experience related to the essential functions of the position. Rehabilitation Specialist: Masters degree with emphasis in one of the following areas: Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling Counseling and Guidance or another field that reasonably provides competence in the employment sector in a disability field or both. Preferred Qualifications: Service Specialist: Experience working with and advocating for people with disabilities. Ability to manage high volume of cases and provide case management services while collaborating with a variety of stakeholders. Bilingual in English/ Spanish. Rehabilitation Specialist: Masters degree in related field and progressively responsible experience working with and advocating for people with significant disabilities. Ability to mentor others in managing high volume of cases and providing quality case management services. Bilingual in English/ Spanish. We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics. Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Benefits
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
