Duties include development of case plans, employment assistance, and authorization of expenditures for services and equipment. This class differs from the VR Counselor in handling a less specialized and difficult caseload and in greater supervision of activities.
Work is performed under the supervision of an administrative superior.
Receives referrals from Counselors or from outside agencies. Interviews clients and, when necessary, obtains medical documentation of disabilities to determine eligibility. Through annual or more frequent reviews, monitors client progress in relation to training or employment goals and proposes changes as needed to IWRP's. May authorize expenditures for training, equipment, or other client needs consistent with divisional policies and IWRP's. Provides training and assistance to clients in developing resumes, completing employment applications, conducting job searches, and interviewing.