How do they match: Rehabilitation Counselors

  • Direct Care Counselor
  • Direct Care Specialist
  • Assessment and Referral Director
  • Rehabilitation Director

  • Counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth defects, illness, disease, accidents, aging, or the stress of daily life. Coordinate activities for residents of care and treatment facilities. Assess client needs and design and implement rehabilitation programs that may include personal and vocational counseling, training, and job placement.

  • Analyze information from interviews, educational and medical records, consultation with other professionals, and diagnostic evaluations to assess clients' abilities, needs, and eligibility for services.
  • Develop rehabilitation plans that fit clients' aptitudes, education levels, physical abilities, and career goals.
  • Manage budgets and direct case service allocations, authorizing expenditures and payments.

  • Collaborate with other professionals to develop education or assistance programs.
  • Counsel clients regarding educational or vocational issues.
  • Develop working relationships with others to facilitate program activities.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or educational programs.
  • Refer individuals to educational or work programs.