Nonprofit Career Opportunities:

Vision Rehabilitation Services of Georgia, Inc is seeking an Adjustment to Blindness Counselor to provide services for the visually impaired.  Position is part-time and does require travel throughout north and northwest Georgia.  Masters Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or Licensed by the State of Georgia as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker required.  Must have 2 years minimum experience in hands-on application with the disabled.

Job Summary:

• Counsel clients and their families who have/are experiencing vision loss and/or blindness
• Assesses and reassesses social and emotional factors in order to help the patient and family
• Recognizes and utilizes community and family resources to assist the client in long-term plans
• Organize and lead support groups for clients/families/primary caregivers concerning personal, financial, and environmental difficulties that may interfere with the health and wellness continuum
• Perform agency introduction presentations, referrals, and intake processes

Qualifications:

• Proficient in creating therapeutic relationships with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, vocational development and adjustment
• Provide timely and proficient reports on clients’ personal adjustment and maintain required paperwork
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel
• Willingness to drive to various locations in urban, suburban and rural environments
• Advocates for patient rights (confidentiality, ethical issues)

Send resume and cover letter to:
Jen Williams – jwilliams@vrsga.org