Career Counseling Specialist (VR Service or Rehabilitation Specialist)

State Of Nebraska

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Lincoln, NE - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 24500 - 26900
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Education - Agency 13


Location:

Lincoln NE


Hiring Rate:

$25.287


Job Posting:

JR2026- Career Counseling Specialist (VR Service or Rehabilitation Specialist) (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

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Job Description:

Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation is hiring a Career Counseling Specialist to assist VR clients through the career planning process and in achieving their employment this role you will provide personalized service to each individual supporting them in making informed career decisions and finding fulfilling job matches that lead to their success.

We are looking for candidates who are great communicators intuitive collaborators and think outside the box. If you thrive in an environment where flexibility and initiative are key and are passionate about empowering others to reach their full potential apply now to join our encouraging team!


Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St Lincoln 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: $25.287/hour
  • Successful candidates with a masters degree will be hired as a Rehabilitation Specialist Pay Grade 7: $30.597/hour

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

  • Thirteen paid holidays per year
  • 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 80% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 20% 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 two 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.

    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.

    If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE please email us at .



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    Opportunity Statement

    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.


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