Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Alight Solutions

. Support employees unable to work due to disability, illness, or injury .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $62,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, including the ability to assess functional abilities, develop individualized rehabilitation programs, and coordinate with healthcare providers and vocational services. Proficient in managing return-to-work claims and navigating disability claims and relevant laws.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Vocational Rehabilitation CounselingRehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRC)Medical Terminology KnowledgeDisability Claims ManagementTSA and LMS Program Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Functional Abilities AssessmentVocational AssessmentTransferable Skills AnalysisReturn-to-Work PlanningFile ReviewJob DevelopmentAccommodations CoordinationStandardized Testing ArrangementClient Meeting TravelIndividualized Rehabilitation Program Development

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCustomer ServiceAnalytical SkillsMultitasking AbilityAdaptabilityTime ManagementIndependent WorkTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Vocational SoftwareDictionary of Occupational TitlesTSA ProgramsLMS Programs

Certifications & Qualifications

M.A./M.S./M.Ed. in Rehabilitation CounselingRehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRC)

Industry Keywords

Disability ClaimsInsurance Industry PracticesSocial Security DisabilityADA LawsVocational Rehabilitation Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support employees unable to work due to disability, illness, or injury
Promote optimal vocational functioning on a permanent or temporary basis
Assess functional abilities and vocational data to determine alternative work options and employability
Conduct employee interviews for vocational assessment purposes
Perform comprehensive file reviews, vocational assessments, and transferable skills analyses using vocational software and the Dictionary of Occupational Titles
Determine alternative occupations matching claimants’ skills, aptitudes, and physical and mental abilities
Perform triage reviews for return-to-work opportunities
Co-manage return-to-work claims according to employer business requirements
Contact healthcare providers and employers to facilitate transitional work release and secure accommodations
Document activities, transferable skills, alternative occupations, work expectations, return-to-work barriers, and accommodations or modifications
Coordinate external vocational services, including ergonomic assessment, career exploration, job development, and placement
Work with vendors and state vocational rehabilitation agencies
Consult with claims teams and managers on file direction and conduct three-point contact as needed
Participate in sales presentations or client implementations as needed
Arrange referrals for physical, psychological, neuropsychological, academic, and vocational evaluations and standardized testing
Identify employment barriers and develop strategies and transitional return-to-work plans
Organize and update personal, vocational, eligibility, and medical records, correspondence, service documentation, and employee contacts

Requirements

What you’ll need

M.A./M.S./M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling from a Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE)
Current certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC)
Three+ years of experience employed as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Knowledge of medical terminology, disability claims, insurance industry practices, Social Security Disability and ADA laws
Proficiency in various TSA and LMS based programs
Ability to develop customized individualized rehabilitation programs for LTD claimants
Ability for exertion of up to 10 pounds
Ability to perform sedentary work involving sitting, walking, or standing
Ability to travel for client meetings
Exceptional communication, organizational, customer service, and analytical skills
Efficient multitasking and adaptability in task management
Ability to handle time-sensitive tasks promptly and prioritize work independently
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse team
Work authorization in the United States without requiring current or future visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental and vision coverages starting Day One
Wellbeing programs
Retirement plans with contribution matching
Generous time off
Parental leave
Continuing education
Career growth opportunities
Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
Competitive total rewards package
Continuing education and training
Potential with a growing worldwide organization