Rehabilitation Counselor, Senior
Working Title: Vocational Counselor
Salary Range:
$23.27 - $33.97 /hourly; $48,588 - $70,929 /annually - Senior Level
Classified Status: Unclassified
Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes
What’s Great About this Job:
Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference in people’s lives? We have an exciting opportunity for someone who has a bachelor’s degree in any human services discipline and recent employment working in a variety of areas including, but not limited to, job placement, disability case management or disability-related program development and administration.
During your first year of employment, you will receive significant training and mentorship as you begin your work as a qualified rehabilitation consultant intern (QRC intern). This is a professional level paid position and “intern” is a designation for all new QRCs in Minnesota. You will also need to register to take your Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) test.
More detailed information about the requirements for this certification is located at https://www.cdms.org/get-certified/cdms-certification/eligibility-
criteria-and-requirements.
After your initial training and earning your certification, you then become eligible to be a full QRC. You will work an independent case load while still having the necessary support of your colleagues and supervisor as questions arise.
Job Summary
This position exists to provide specialized vocational rehabilitation services and medical monitoring in accordance with the workers’ compensation law, the rehabilitation rules, and consideration of the rights and responsibilities of the injured worker to facilitate the resolution of a claim for benefits by return to work or other positive result.
Minimum Qualifications:
It is the policy of Labor and Industry (DLI) that all employees submit to a driver’s license check prior to employment when driving a vehicle is a requirement of the position. Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license is required for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree and certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor or a Certified Disability Management Specialist AND be
registered as a QRC with a minimum of 18 months of experience as a QRC (post internship).
Why Work For Us
Great benefits package! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental
insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five Recently Separated Veterans, who apply and meet the qualifications for the vacancy, must be granted an interview. To be considered a Recently Separated Veteran, you must meet all the following criteria:
1. Have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States;
2. Have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty OR have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty;
3. Be a United States citizen or resident alien;
4. Have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001 as shown on your form DD-214.
Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non- competitive basis if you meet all of the following criteria:
1. Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.
1. Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.
2. Meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.
MN Department of Labor & Industry
Duluth, MN