Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern - College

Reference #: 5276646

Salary

$45,907.00 - $69,203.00 Annually

Location

Lawrence County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-45706-44825

Department

Department of Labor & Industry

Division

LI BVRS New Castle Dstr Off

Opening Date

03/24/2026

Closing Date

4/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

44825

Position Number

00074317

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

F4

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00126265

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services - New Castle District Office

Worksite Address

1745 Frew Mill Road, Suite 1

City

New Castle, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16101

Contact Name

Kassandra Schuyler

Contact Email

[email protected]

THE POSITION

Are you interested in a rewarding career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? The Department of Labor & Industry, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern to assist Pennsylvanians with disabilities gain the skills necessary to live and work independently in their communities. Our ideal candidate will have an understanding of vocational rehabilitation services and be willing to apply that knowledge to assist individuals with disabilities in obtaining gainful employment. If you are interested in experiencing the satisfaction of public service while enjoying professional career growth, the Department of Labor and Industry wants to talk to you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern, you will participate in a structured training program that focuses on developing and maintaining referral sources to ensure potential vocational rehabilitation customers are identified. Work involves determining and coordinating the delivery of vocational rehabilitation services to customers through consultations where you will develop goals and plans to achieve their goals. You will also have the opportunity to provide counseling and guidance services as well as assist in job placement for each customer.

Kickstart your career with our team that is dedicated to helping individuals work and maintain independent lives!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of the training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in New Castle. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,907.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
• Please note: This position is part of the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, New Castle District Office. The organization address is: 1745 Frew Mill Road, Suite 1, New Castle, PA 16101. However, Headquartered location may be flexible depending on the selected candidate.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Current enrollment in the final year of a master's degree program in vocational rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation education, or rehabilitation administration.

Special Requirements:

• Authorization by the college or university forthe student to participate in the Commonwealth's Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern Program. Upon entering the internship, the student must be enrolled in the final semester of the appropriate master's degree program.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.

Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referr