Overview

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Day-to-Day

• Prepare and maintain records and case files, including documentation, such as clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided, narratives of client contacts, or relevant correspondence.
• Confer with clients to discuss their options and goals so that rehabilitation programs and plans for accessing needed services can be developed.
• Develop rehabilitation plans that fit clients' aptitudes, education levels, physical abilities, and career goals.
• Locate barriers to client employment, such as inaccessible work sites, inflexible schedules, or transportation problems, and work with clients to develop strategies for overcoming these barriers.
• Monitor and record clients' progress to ensure that goals and objectives are met.

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Rehabilitation Counselor

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Pathways to this Career

Here are few pathways you can take to become a Rehabilitation Counselor. Click on a pathway to learn more about it.

Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

📚 College

Finish in 4-5+ years

Vocational School

A vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

📚 Skills-Focused

Finish in 6 months - 2 years

Associate's Degree

An associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

📚 College

Finish in 2-3 years

Learn More About The Industry

Education & Counseling

The primary activities of this group involve supporting individuals and communities to overcome challenges and improve their quality of life by providing social services, education, and instruction in various settings.