Salary: $41,655.00 - $72,897.00 Annually Location : Regional, NC Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 25-09446 Department: Dept of Health and Human Services Division: Vocational Rehabilitation Opening Date: 08/08/2025 Closing Date: 9/12/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title: Rehabilitation Counselor Position Number: 92500080 Salary Grade: NC10 Description of Work This class is approved for continuous recruitment. Position is funded in part through federal funds.**Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours** 7/1/2025 Update: PENDING 2025-2026 Budget Approval:A Sign-on or Retention bonus may be offered If you are looking for a fulfilling career assisting individuals with disabilities within your community,YOU are in the right place! The primary purpose of the rehabilitation counselor is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help clients overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment. Job responsibilities include the following:
- Evaluating professional diagnostic data to determine eligibility and required rehabilitation services
- Develop a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian
- Provide rehabilitation services within the context of a guidance and counseling relationship and provide supportive counseling
- Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
- Work directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed
- Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility: Only candidates for probationary, permanent, or time-limited positions may be eligible for sign-on or retention bonuses. To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system. Employees eligible for a sign-on bonus must work at least 20 hours per week. Bonuses for eligible employees working in part-time positions will be prorated based on hours worked. **Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the can be found here. Retention Bonus Eligibility: Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements: Only probationary, permanent, or time-limited employees may be eligible for sign-on or retention bonuses. Probationary, permanent, or time-limited employees may be eligible for a retention bonus if: The employee has not received in the last 24 months any retention or sign-on bonuses that total more than $2,500 from any agency for the job classification in which they are working. The limit counts all bonuses awarded over a 24-month period as of the bonus award date and counts these as if all installments are complete. (This 24-month period can be waived with OSHR approval) and the employee's overall performance evaluation rating is at least Meets Expectations, and the employee does not have an active disciplinary action. Employees eligible for a retention bonus must work at least 20 hours per week. Bonuses for eligible employees working in part-time positions will be prorated based on hours worked. **Retention Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of completion of trainee progression. Additional information regarding the can be found here. A trainee is an applicant who has not fully met the education requirements for the position. Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted up accordingly when the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education and experience to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification. TRAINEE progression:6 months12 months18 monthsFully Qualified / 24 months*Salary increases are awarded during progression. **Graduating students with applicable degrees with an anticipated graduation date by December 31, 2025, will be considered and should submit an unofficial copy of their transcripts.** About Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD): The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide. To learn more about EIPD: About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS): The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for . Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The following Management Preferences are not required, however, applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
- Knowledge of or experience with case management.
- Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or underserved/marginalized populations.
- Knowledge of or experience working within a team setting.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling from an appropriately accredited institution; OR Master's degree in a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution; OR Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification TRAINEE Education requirements: Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or a related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution. An employee in the progression is eligible to be placed in the full class of Rehabilitation Counselor upon completion of a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date of graduation, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution.
- The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
- For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at .
Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click Application Status . If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at
[email protected]. For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-###-####. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-###-####. NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation. 01 I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. I have included all this information in my application.
(NOTE: AN ATTACHED RESUME NOR SEE RESUME DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION. If you have not completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
- Yes, I understand and have fully completed all requirements.
02 The recruitment range for this position is
$46,000.00 - $65,000.00. If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range of
$46,000.00 - $65,000.00?
- Yes, I am willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range.
- No, I am not willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range
03 Please select the option that includes your county of residence. This information will be used to determine where your application will be processed. If you are out-of-state, select the county where you plan to reside or work.
- Eastern Region (Beaufort, Bertie, Brunswick, Camden, Carteret, Chowan, Columbus, Craven, Currituck, Dare, Duplin, Edgecombe, Gates, Greene, Halifax, Hertford, Hyde, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Nash, New Hanover, Northampton, Onslow, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Pender, Perquimans, Pitt, Tyrrell, Washington, Wayne, Wilson)
- Central Region (Alamance, Anson, Bladen, Caswell, Chatham, Cumberland, Davidson, Davie, Durham, Franklin, Forsyth, Granville, Guilford, Harnett, Hoke, Johnston, Lee, Montgomery, Moore, Orange, Person, Randolph, Richmond, Robeson, Rockingham, Sampson, Scotland, Stokes, Surry, Vance, Wake, Warren, Yadkin)
- Western Region (Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Gaston, Graham, Iredell, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Mitchell, Polk, Rowan, Rutherford, Stanly, Transylvania, Union, Watauga, Wilkes, Yancey)
- Will consider opportunities in multiple regions
04 What is your highest level of education?
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Education on your application) - Master's Degree or higher
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- High school or equivalent
- None of the above
05 Are you certificated as a Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification? If you answered yes , please list your certificate number here. If you answered no , please type N/A.
(In order to receive credit, this must be clearly documented in the Associations and Certifications on your application). 06 Have you attached a copy of your transcripts to your application?
(In order to receive credit, this must be attached in the Attachment section on your application) 07 Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
- Company or OSHR Website
- Other General Job Boards
- Other Search Engines
- Other Social Media
- Internet Advertisement
- TV / Radio
- Employee Referral
- Conference / Career Fair
- Email campaign
- Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
- Indeed
- LinkedIn
- NC Nursing Board email
- Google
08 Please give additional detail where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity. (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2018, Facebook, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.) Required Question
