More than 300 vocational rehabilitation counselors and specialists are being recruited by the Department of Veterans Affairs for its Veteran Readiness and Employment program.
The VR&E program provides individualized counseling, employment services, education support, and rehabilitation assistance to veterans with service-connected disabilities.
“VA exists to help veterans achieve the American Dream, and VR&E is one of our most powerful tools for making that happen,” said VA Secretary Doug Collins in a statrement. “This hiring push will make it easier than ever before for veterans to get help from the department to navigate career transitions, pursue education or training, and build a sustainable future.”
As part of the program, veterans work with counselors and specialists to overcome barriers to employment and achieve long-term career success.
VR&E counselors and specialists provide comprehensive vocational guidance tailored to each veteran’s unique circumstances. They manage complex caseloads, coordinate with employers, educational institutions, and community partners, and advance VA’s broader workforce and economic empowerment goals for veterans.
Positions are open nationwide, and VA is accepting applications through March 17. Those interested in applying should visit here, under Featured Positions. Individuals with backgrounds in vocational rehabilitation, counseling, social work, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
Reach Julia LeDoux at Julia@conectingvets.com.