Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - CRC
Company: Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research
Location: Calverton
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Wellbridge is committed to
creating an environment where those struggling with substance use
disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We
believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each
person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion
and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore
a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and
affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free
cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center! The
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor directs and/or coordinates
pre-vocational and vocational plans and activities which will help
patients develop and achieve vocational rehabilitation goals and
function successfully in competitive employment. RESPONSIBILITIES
INCLUDE: Assist the patient with the development of realistic
short- and long-term vocational goals Demonstrates the knowledge
and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical,
psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate
to adults served in substance use treatment Develops and implements
appropriate vocational/educational treatment plans with patients
incorporating the results of vocational tests and other related
information, when available Promotes vocational services and
opportunities through a variety of forums at the clinic level
(through staff meetings, bulletin boards, newsletters, etc.)
Initiates team meetings to discuss patient vocational activities
when needed Establishes working relationships with community
organizations in the area of education, skills training, and
employment to facilitate patient access to services Prepares
monthly and other reports on vocational issues as requested on a
timely basis Facilitate pre-vocational or vocational groups for
patients Provides documentation on all patients seen in a timely
manner Observes the Health Care System’s compliance policies and
meets regulatory, licensure, and annual health assessment
requirements Identifies learning strengths and needs; utilizes
learning resources Maintains a communication link with State
employment offices, designated agencies, training intuitions,
educational intuitions and other agencies that would be a source of
securing employment and training. Maintain a safe and caring
environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and
consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision, and values OTHER
DUTIES: This job description is intended to provide general
guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list
of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are
required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and
activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: For patient care needs, this is an on-site
role. Clearly communicate and exchange information verbally and
electronically. Consistent computer and phone, general office
equipment use. Generally sedentary, traversing office and facility
areas. QUALIFICATIONS: Current CRC certification Bachelor’s degree
in vocational rehabilitation, counseling, or guidance. Minimum of
one year of experience in vocational rehabilitation counseling of
substance abusers or clients from other disadvantaged
populations.
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