Salary: $33.12 - $47.41 Hourly
Location : Grand Rapids, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 1801-26-ET-MRS-111
Department: LEO-Labor and Econ Opportunity
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 11/19/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
Job DescriptionThis position provides a range of professional vocational rehabilitation guidance and counseling services to individuals with disabilities and consultation/training services to business customers. These services may include but are not limited to:
• Vocational guidance and counseling, physical restoration, training, education, accommodations, retention services and placement services.
• Informs community partners and general public of vocational rehabilitation services.
• Develops and maintains relationships with businesses within an assigned geographic or program area.
• Exhibits knowledge of labor market information and effective use of placement strategies.
• Utilizes resources which result in obtaining and maintaining customer employment while providing high quality services to businesses.
The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor relies on their clinical skills to incorporate and conceptualize the information gathered to determine customer's eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services and develop and implement an individualized plan for employment.
There is a possibility of a remote/hybrid schedule based on performance and operational need. However, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. The work location for this position is
750 Front Ave NW Suite 211 Grand Rapids, MI 49504.Experience and EducationEducationPossession of a master's degree with a major in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, guidance and counseling, special education, social work, psychology, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or physical therapy
ExperienceRehabilitation Counselor 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Rehabilitation Counselor 10
One year of professional experience providing rehabilitation counseling services equivalent to a Rehabilitation Counselor 9.
Rehabilitation Counselor P11
Two years of professional experience providing rehabilitation counseling services equivalent to a Rehabilitation Counselor, including one year equivalent to a Rehabilitation Counselor 10; or, three years of professional experience providing rehabilitation services coordination equivalent to a Rehabilitation Services Coordinator, including one year equivalent to a Rehabilitation Services Coordinator P11.
Additional Requirements and InformationTo be considered for this position you must:1. Attach a
cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.
2. Attach a copy of your
detailed resume to the job application. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
3. Attach a copy of your
OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s).
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
For our purposes,
"official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to LEO. For more information regarding official transcripts,
Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go to for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
All classified employees are subject to and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
The department reserves the right to close this posting at any time if it is determined that a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of results. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.
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AccommodationsIf you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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REHACSR - Do you possess a master's degree with a major in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, guidance and counseling, special education, social work, psychology, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or physical therapy? If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts.
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Are you currently enrolled in a master's degree program with a major in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, guidance and counseling, special education, social work, psychology, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or physical therapy? If so, please attach a copy of your official transcript or official college letter certifying pending degree.
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How many years of experience do you have working with youth with disabilities?
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 3 years
- 3 to 5 years
- Five or more years
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If you possess experience working with youth, please explain your experience.
05
Do you have at least two years of experience working in a vocational rehabilitation or counseling agency?
06
If you possess experience working in a vocational rehabilitation or counseling agency, please explain your experience.
07
How many years of experience do you have working with the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) population?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 3 years
- 3 to 5 years
- Five or more years
08
If possess experience working with ASD population, please explain your experience. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
09
Are you a current Labor and Economic Opportunity employee classified as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 9-P11 interested in moving to the same class and level at this location?
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