Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - CRC
Company: Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research
Location: Calverton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those
struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and
a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered
care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors
receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to
wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are
proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including
lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site
gym/wellness center! Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - Part
Time, Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30a-4:30p The Vocational Rehabilitation
Counselor directs and/or coordinates pre-vocational and vocational
plans and activities which will help patients develop and achieve
vocational rehabilitation goals and function successfully in
competitive employment. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Assist the
patient with the development of realistic short- and long-term
vocational goals Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to
provide care, based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety,
and related criteria appropriate to adults served in substance use
treatment Develops and implements appropriate
vocational/educational treatment plans with patients incorporating
the results of vocational tests and other related information, when
available Promotes vocational services and opportunities through a
variety of forums at the clinic level (through staff meetings,
bulletin boards, newsletters, etc.) Initiates team meetings to
discuss patient vocational activities when needed Establishes
working relationships with community organizations in the area of
education, skills training, and employment to facilitate patient
access to services Prepares monthly and other reports on vocational
issues as requested on a timely basis Facilitate pre-vocational or
vocational groups for patients Provides documentation on all
patients seen in a timely manner Observes the Health Care System’s
compliance policies and m eets regulatory, licensure, and annual
health assessment requirements Identifies learning strengths and
needs; utilizes learning resources Maintains a communication link
with State employment offices, designated agencies, training
intuitions, educational intuitions and other agencies that would be
a source of securing employment and training. Maintain a safe and
caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive
manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision, and values
OTHER DUTIES: This job description is intended to provide general
guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list
of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are
required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and
activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: For patient care needs, this is an on-site
role. Clearly communicate and exchange information verbally and
electronically. Consistent computer and phone, general office
equipment use. Generally sedentary, traversing office and facility
areas. QUALIFICATIONS: Current CRC certification Bachelor’s degree
in vocational rehabilitation, counseling, or guidance. Minimum of
one year of experience in vocational rehabilitation counseling of
substance abusers or clients from other disadvantaged
populations.
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