Rehabilitation counselors work with clients to overcome or manage the personal, social, or psychological effects of disabilities on employment or independent living.
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- Rehabilitation Counselors
Human Services
What do they typically do
- Provide individual and group counseling to help clients with a variety of issues
- Evaluate clients' abilities, interests, experiences, skills, health, and education
- Develop a rehabilitation plan for clients, and, if necessary, consult with doctors, therapists, or other healthcare workers
- Refer clients to services, such as medical care or career training
- Help employers and community members understand the needs and abilities of people with disabilities, as well as related laws and resources
- Help clients develop their skills and use their strengths to adjust to functional or other limitations
- Locate resources, such as wheelchairs or computer programs, that help clients live and work more independently
- Maintain client records and monitor clients' progress, adjusting the rehabilitation plan as necessary
- Advocate for the rights of people with disabilities to live in a community and work in the job of their choice
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +0.4%
Job Openings 206
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
NC Workforce Credentials
Private Training Programs
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