AFG & Life Care Associates is a leading provider of vocational and life care planning services, including counseling, testing, evaluation, assessment, case management and expert testimony.
We currently have a full-time opening for a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor/Vocational Expert who has been court qualified, or a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor/Vocational Counselor with the potential to become court qualified, to join our small but busy office located in Fairfield, New Jersey.
As a Vocational Expert, you will perform evaluations for purposes of employability in litigation cases. You will interview and evaluate individuals for cases involving personal injury or divorce and render an opinion regarding their employability in the current job market.
Please Note: This position is hybrid remote. Vocational Experts will be expected to work out of our office in Fairfield, NJ bi-weekly.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Interview, evaluate and assess an individual’s employability in the workforce. This includes administering tests such as aptitude, interest and achievement, and completing a transferable skills analysis.
Gather vocational and labor market research.
Write a comprehensive report summarizing your results.
Provide testimony at court hearings as required.
Manage your own calendar and schedule appointments with individuals and translators as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
MA or MS in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling or Rehabilitation Counseling. CRC strongly preferred or eligibility for CRC certification. Additional certifications/licenses are a plus.
Experience:
Strong communication and report writing skills a must.
3-5 years' work experience in Vocational Rehabilitation with a minimum of 3 years' demonstrated job placement experiences preferred but will consider recent grads. We will mentor the right candidate.
Must be a motivated self-starter who takes initiative and manages work independently in a deadline driven environment.
Courtroom testifying experience preferred.
Benefit Conditions:
- Medical benefits
- Paid Time Off
Work Location:
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing and ready to test for CRC Certification?
Education:
Experience:
- Vocational Counseling: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person