Omega Health
Vocational Counselor I - Fairfax Location
Fairfax, Virginia•Full-time
$21 - $25 hourly
$21 - $25 hourly
About the Job
Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day
At Omega Health Services, we believe meaningful employment can change a person's life. A job can provide independence, confidence, purpose, financial stability, and a stronger connection to the community.
We're looking for a compassionate, motivated, and organized Vocational Counselor to join our team in Fairfax, VA. You'll help veterans and individuals with disabilities identify their strengths, explore career opportunities, prepare for employment, connect with employers, and build the skills they need to succeed. If you're a natural relationship-builder who enjoys helping people reach their goals—and you want a career where you can see the impact of your work—we'd love to hear from you.
Position Summary
The Vocational Counselor provides individualized employment services to veterans and individuals with disabilities throughout Fairfax and surrounding communities. This field-based position combines career counseling, vocational assessment, job development, employer engagement, job coaching, and employment support to help individuals obtain and maintain meaningful, competitive employment. You'll work directly with individuals, employers, families, and community partners to create employment opportunities and support long-term success.
What You'll Do:
Career Planning & Counseling:
- Identify individuals' strengths, interests, skills, abilities, and employment goals.
- Develop individualized employment plans based on each person's needs and career objectives.
- Provide career exploration and job readiness support.
- Assist with resume development, job applications, interview preparation, and workplace readiness.
- Help individuals build confidence and develop skills needed for successful employment.
Employment & Job Coaching:
- Assist individuals in identifying and obtaining competitive employment opportunities.
- Provide individualized job coaching and workplace support.
- Support individuals during onboarding and the early stages of employment.
- Monitor employment progress and provide follow-up services to promote job retention.
- Help individuals develop workplace skills and natural supports.
Employer & Community Engagement:
- Build and maintain relationships with local employers.
- Identify employment opportunities that match individuals' skills and interests.
- Educate employers about inclusive hiring practices and reasonable workplace accommodations.
- Collaborate with community organizations, referral agencies, families, and support teams.
- Serve as a professional liaison between individuals and employers.
Documentation & Compliance:
- Maintain accurate case notes, employment records, and service documentation.
- Track individual progress toward employment goals and outcomes.
- Follow program requirements, funding guidelines, and company policies.
- Manage an assigned caseload while meeting documentation and service deadlines.
What We're Looking For:
We're looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, organized, and passionate about helping people succeed.
Required:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple individuals, priorities, and deadlines.
- Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work independently in a community-based environment.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Willingness to travel throughout the service area.
- Ability to successfully complete required background screenings.
Preferred:
Experience in one or more of the following is a plus:
- Vocational rehabilitation
- Supported employment
- Employment services or job coaching
- Workforce development
- Disability services
- Human services
- Case management
- Career counseling
- Community-based services
- Employer engagement or job development
- Working with veterans
- Certifications such as ACRE, CESP, WIP-C, or CRC are preferred but not required.
Transferable Experience Is Welcome
You don't have to come from a traditional vocational rehabilitation background to succeed in this role.
If you have experience in education, coaching, counseling, customer service, human services, recruiting, workforce development, caregiving, or another people-focused field, and you're passionate about helping others achieve their goals, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Omega Health Services?
At Omega, you'll do more than work a job—you'll become part of a mission-driven team helping people achieve greater independence through meaningful employment.
We invest in our employees through professional development, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive compensation.
- Flexible field-based schedule.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Company-issued tablet.
- Company-sponsored professional development.
- Scholarship opportunities.
- Industry certification support, including ACRE, CESP, and WIP-C.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
About Omega Health Services
Omega Health Services is committed to empowering veterans and individuals with disabilities through meaningful employment, vocational services, and community-based support.
We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to contribute their talents, achieve their goals, and build a more independent future.
Build Community. Ignite Potential. Change a Life.
Ready to Make an Impact in Fairfax?
If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can help someone discover their strengths, find meaningful work, and achieve greater independence, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and become a Vocational Counselor with Omega Health Services.
Omega Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Apply directly to this link: https://omegahealth.bamboohr.com/careers/430?source=aWQ9MTI%3D