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Working Title: Rehabilitation Counselor Senior

Agency: Human Services Department

• Job ID : 80213

• Location : St. Peter

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/13/2024

• Closing Date : 10/03/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE Forensics

• Division/Unit : St Peter / Forensics Vocational C

• Work Shift : Day Shift

• Work Hours : 7:00am - 3:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $29.78 - $43.82 / hourly; $62,180 - $91,496 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Our team in Forensic Mental Health Program (FMHP) is seeking a dynamic, dedicated individual to join us for a unique and rewarding opportunity as a Rehabilitation Counselor Senior working in Vocation under Clinical Programming. This position provides vocational rehabilitation counseling services to patients of the Forensic Mental Health Program (FMHP), to develop individualized written rehabilitation plans, to provide rehabilitation services and managing case load records. To work closely with patients, teams, residences, other rehabilitative departments. Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS), county case managers, industry customers and vendors and other community agencies.

• To complete comprehensive diagnostic studies of assigned patients so that an effective determination of need and eligibility for available programming can be made.

• To develop and implement a comprehensive rehab plan so that patients’ goals may be achieved in a timely and effective manner.

• To counsel patients regarding their vocational strengths and needs so that effective guidance is provided, and an optimum opportunity is available for patient progress and success.

• To practice positive interpersonal communication so that an environment which fosters mutual respect and personal growth is enhanced.

• To comply with all Federal, State and FMHP policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all standards and rules.

• To comply with all Safety and Health Standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience or four (4) years advanced technical or paraprofessional experience providing counseling, behavioral management, rehabilitation services, caseload management, development or contribution to treatment or rehabilitation plans, and/or job placement services to individuals with developmental disabilities, mentally ill, or adjudicated sexual offense populations.

Note: A Bachelor’s degree Rehabilitation (Vocational and Counseling), Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Sociology may substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling and/or closely related fields. Ability to work in a team environment. Experience working with mentally ill and dangerous patients (MID). Experience in job coaching,conflict resolution skills, the ability to problem-solve high stress situations and experience being a member of a multifaceted interdisciplinary team.

• Our employeesare dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 is needed.