About Job

Initial Posting Date:
07/22/2025

Application Deadline:
07/31/2025

Agency:
Department of Human Services

Salary Range:
$4,833 - $7,407

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Spanish/English Encouraged)

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Opportunity awaits! We are hiring a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to join our team. In this position you will increase employment and advancement opportunities for persons with disabilities. If you have a passion to provide culturally appropriate services where individuals are treated respectfully, compassionately and effectively, then this position is for you. Apply today!

This position will work at either Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation locations:

8880 SW Nimbus Ave, Beaverton, Oregon
5300 NE Elam Young Pkwy, Ste 102, Hillsboro, OR 97124

You do not need to be bilingual to apply or be considered for this position. If you are bilingual, we encourage you to apply! We serve diverse communities and recognize the importance of serving people in their preferred language.

Learn more about the Oregon Department of Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Program. You can also attend and join one of our Informational Session:

Informational Session: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Spanish/English Encouraged):

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Summary of Duties

As a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, you will:

Assure that state, federal and agency standards for compliance, timelines, and quality are met for all cases.
Use automated case management system (ORCA) to enter, update and retrieve client information in a timely and accurate manner.
Screen, interview, and evaluate medical and psychological information to determine potential eligibility for services.
Determine need and coordinate medical and psychological assessments with physicians, psychiatrists, and medical/psychological consultants.
Schedule aptitude and personality interest tests and interpret results of tests.
Gather and evaluate pertinent materials to provide necessary vocational counseling and guidance to determine the nature and scope of services needed to achieve the stated vocational goal and the employment outcome.
Contact local employers to become familiar with local job market.

Minimum Qualifications

A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required for this position. Reasonable accommodations per the ADA or creative solutions in certain cases may be used to meet this need.

A master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling OR be certified by either the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), the Certified Insurance Rehabilitation Specialist (CIRS), OR the Certification of Disability Management Specialists Commission as a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), AND six months full-time work experience providing vocational rehabilitation-related services

OR

A master's degree in psychology, counseling, or a field related to vocational rehabilitation (such as one that promotes the physical, psychosocial, or vocational well-being of individuals with disabilities) AND one-year full-time work experience providing vocational rehabilitation-related services

OR

A bachelor's degree in a related field, such as one that promotes the physical, psychosocial, or vocational well-being of individuals with disabilities AND two years of full-time work experience vocational rehabilitation-related services.

There is no direct experience substitute for a bachelor's degree.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

Experience working with individuals with behavioral and/or mental health barriers.
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Experience providing culturally appropriate services where individuals are treated respectfully, compassionately, and effectively.
Experience adapting to changing environments and priorities.
Experience successfully navigating technology and different computer systems.

Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required. Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

Working Conditions

Once completion of 6-month trial service, may be able to work up to 16 hours of Hybrid Work condition with ability to perform portions of counselor responsibilities remotely.
Daily, work with a diverse group of program participants who have physical, mental and/or emotional disabilities. You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma and exhibit challenges in controlling their emotions.
Travel may be necessary to meet business needs or to attend employee training classes. Local or out of town travel is necessary at times. Reasonable accommodations per the ADA or creative solutions in certain cases may be used to meet this need.
Work in an environment with frequent interruptions due to phone calls, and staff or client needs.
This position will work at either Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation locations:
- 8880 SW Nimbus Ave, Beaverton, Oregon
- 5300 NE Elam Young Pkwy, Ste 102, Hillsboro, OR 97124

Background Checks and Requirements

If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Employment Preference

Veterans' preference:

Veterans' preference information.
How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans' preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

General Information

This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

Contact Information

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.