Jobs in Fairfax, VA

About the role

We're looking for a compassionate, motivated, and organized Vocational Counselor to join our team. In this role, you'll work directly with individuals to identify career goals, develop employment plans, build workplace skills, and support successful long-term employment. The Vocational Counselor provides individualized employment services to veterans and individuals with disabilities throughout Fairfax and surrounding communities. This position combines career counseling, job development, employer engagement, and ongoing employment support to help individuals achieve meaningful and sustainable employment. This is a field-based position requiring regular travel throughout the service area.

What you'll bring

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and priorities effectively.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel throughout the service area.
• Ability to complete required background screenings.
• Experience providing supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, workforce development, disability services, or case management.
• Experience working with veterans or individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of community employment resources and workforce development programs.
• Certifications such as ACRE, CESP, WIP-C, or CRC are preferred but not required.

Benefits