Rehabilitation Counselor 2 - Behavioral Health Specialist

Rehabilitation Counselor 2 - Behavioral Health Specialist (41018)-(25142019)

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at .

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Disability Employment and Transitions Division.

This position provides guidance and counseling to individuals experiencing significant mental / behavioral health disabilities in achieving competitive integrated employment outcomes. Responsibilities include developing individual rehabilitation plans, counseling consumers on job and career development goals, providing on-site job coaching or assistive devises, approving, purchasing, and monitoring the quality of goods and services, and consulting and coaching Workforce partners, treatment teams, community rehabilitation providers, businesses, and other stakeholders on serving individuals with disabilities.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work / life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

Knowledge of psychosocial assessment and vocational rehabilitation counseling.

Knowledge of assistive technology and disability rights, culture, and history.

Ability to be flexible and balance between literal adherence to rules and the use of policies as a guide.

Skill in working with individuals with disabilities.

Ability to interpret and use medical and psychological information to make sound decisions.

Ability to be proactive, organized, and manage caseloads.

Meet minimum qualifications :

oMaster’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or a related field with coursework eligible to sit for certification.

oTwo years of experience in rehabilitation counseling, career counseling, human services, or human resources.

oCertification by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) is highly preferred.

oEquivalent combinations of related education and experience may be considered.