Caseload Coverage Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Houston-Temporary)
Texas Workforce CommissionHouston, Texas, United States
Posted January 15, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is the state agency responsible for delivering workforce development services across Texas, supporting both employers and job seekers. It administers a broad portfolio that includes job search assistance, unemployment and wage claims, apprenticeship and vocational training programs, and specialized services for veterans, people with disabilities, and childcare support. TWC’s strategic focus on aligning workforce skills with the needs of Texas businesses underpins the state’s economic growth and attracts enterprise to the Lone Star State. By integrating policy, funding, and workforce analytics, the commission provides a comprehensive ecosystem that enhances employment outcomes and strengthens community prosperity. Its commitment to data-driven decision making and inclusive workforce development distinguishes it as a leading model for state-level economic development.
Job Description
For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you! The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, retain, and advance in employment.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field
- Five years of experience in vocational rehabilitation services
- Meet the Comprehensive System of Personnel Development (CSPD) educational requirements and considered a Qualified Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
