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Rehabilitation Counselors

Median Salary
44,040
Job Outlook
+13%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Counsel individuals to maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth defects, illness, disease, accidents, aging, or the stress of daily life. Coordinate activities for residents of care and treatment facilities. Assess client needs and design and implement rehabilitation programs that may include personal and vocational counseling, training, and job placement.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

40%

State and local government

32%

Private not for profit

18%

Federal Government

7%

Self-employed

3%

What is the job outlook?

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$27,160

10%

$44,040

Median

$66,460

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    55%

  • Master's degree

    27%

  • High school

    12%

  • Post-master's certificate

    2%

  • First professional degree

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Assistive/Augmentative Technology and Rehabilitation Engineering

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Therapy and Counseling
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Psychology
  • Education and Training
  • Administrative

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.