Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

3 years experience as vocational rehabilitation counselor or vocational rehabilitation program specialist with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities.

-OR completion of undergraduate core program in human services area AND 5 years experience in private/governmental agency in position providing direct counseling services.

-OR completion of graduate core program in human services area AND 4 years experience in private/governmental agency in a position providing direct counseling services.

-OR equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling and Rehabilitation Psychology Communications Management Adaptability Critical Thinking Leading Others Situational Awareness Developing Others

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment disability determinations and independence. Our agency works with partners in businesses education and non-profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities; and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio. We help connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources support and opportunities that fit their unique needs abilities and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful learn more about what we do please visit our website at.

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The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor (VRS) Position Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor to join our team and support our mission of helping Ohioans with disabilities achieve employment and greater independence. This role offers an exciting opportunity to guide and develop a team of Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors who provide important services that help individuals reach their career goals. As a supervisor you will oversee daytoday service delivery ensure consistent and timely support for participants and help staff grow through coaching training and regular performance evaluation. You will review cases and caseloads monitor expenditures help set counselor goals and support professional development across the addition you will manage the referral and intake process handle participant concerns and prepare reports that reflect program progress and outcomes. When needed you may temporarily take on caseload duties or assist with administrative projects within the area or statewide.

This position also plays an impactful role in building community relationships. You will represent OOD with partner organizations school systems businesses and other agencies to strengthen resources for participants. This includes participating in committees attending meetings supporting interagency agreements and helping identify strategies that improve services. You may also help develop contracts or grants and take part in outreach and publicfacing activities that explain OODs programs and goals. Another important part of this role involves resolving concerns related to casework or office operations responding to inquiries from the public or government officials and keeping accurate records when issues arise.

To be successful in this role you will need knowledge of budgeting employee development supervision counseling public and human relations office management and OODs policies and procedures. Strong reasoning skills are essential for identifying problems gathering information and drawing conclusions. You should be comfortable using Microsoft Office and related agency software as well as general office equipment. The role requires the ability to organize and classify information work well with diverse individuals and handle sensitive situations with professionalism. Understanding government processes and maintaining clear respectful communication will help you guide your team and support the community effectively.

If you are motivated to help others succeed and want to contribute to OODs mission we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is not an E-Verify employer and will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Overview

to eligible individuals with disabilities to assist them to attain and maintain competitive integrated employment. OOD works with adults seeking to enter the workforce or retain a job and with youth beginning at age 14 to assist them as they transition from high school into college and/or the workplace. For more information click here to view the OOD Vocational Rehabilitation Fact Sheet.

Pay Information

Starting salary will be step 1 subject to law or union contract requirements. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Location Requirements

Our roles are primarily in-office to encourage collaboration and connection however some locations may have adjusted on-site requirements based on space availability at this time. Reporting details will be provided by the supervisor before the start date. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.

Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle must have a valid drivers license.

Applications and Selections

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is amongst the top-ranked state agencies implementing inclusive and accessible planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire sustain and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the Ohioans we serve.

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process please contactso proper arrangements can be made.