Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Jobs in Minnesota
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Duluth, and Rochester, where state agencies, large health systems, and nonprofit rehabilitation organizations drive consistent hiring at every career level. Employers with deep roots in Minnesota include the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, Allina Health, and RISE, Inc. The most in-demand specialties are vocational assessment, mental health rehabilitation, and transition services for clients moving from school into employment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Edenbrook Pine Haven is an industry-leading skilled nursing facility dedicated to delivering excellence in post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care. We cultivate a culture and family-like environment to attract the best healthcare professionals and caregivers that ensure that each guest is not treated like a patient.... but like family.
Position: Director of Rehabilitation (PT, OT, SLP, or COTA discipline)
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee therapy staff to ascertain the provision of high quality skilled rehabilitative services at every patient contact
- Oversee therapy staff to ascertain that they are professional, courteous and respectful of all residents, their environment and their culture
- Oversee quality therapy services, including assessment, intervention, program planning and implementation, discharge planning and related documentation and communication in accordance with the job description of their respective discipline and the overall department
- Monitor that any resident appropriate for a screen is scheduled and screen is completed timely
- Identify all new rehab admissions, oversee verification authorization of insurance in order to determine coverage for direct therapy services.
- Monitor that all patients are evaluated timely scheduled appropriately throughout their stay.
- Monitors/Tracks timely completion of MD signatures on POC filing in EMR
- Ensures accuracy of payer sources for each case in EMR including monthly reverification
- Maintain an appropriate number of qualified professional personnel to handle the needs of the rehab department on a day to day basis, maintaining appropriate therapist to assistant ratio, triaging schedule, and requesting assistance only when needed
- Supervise rehab staff and manage department efficiency/staff productivity
Qualifications:
- Licensed, certified, or registered to practice in the State of MN as a Physical Therapist (PT) / Occupational Therapist (OT) / Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) / Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) and all necessary credentials are current.
- At least two years experience in the respective therapeutic field
- Two years of DOR experience is a plus
- Must have excellent communication skills.
- Must have the ability to effectively communicate with patients, family, staff, visitors, physicians, and Management
Reasons to join:
- Great team environment
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401k with company match
- Vacation/Holiday/Sick PTO
- Competitive compensation
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Edenbrook Pine Haven is an industry-leading skilled nursing facility dedicated to delivering excellence in post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care. We cultivate a culture and family-like environment to attract the best healthcare professionals and caregivers that ensure that each guest is not treated like a patient.... but like family.
Position: Director of Rehabilitation (PT, OT, SLP, or COTA discipline)
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee therapy staff to ascertain the provision of high quality skilled rehabilitative services at every patient contact
- Oversee therapy staff to ascertain that they are professional, courteous and respectful of all residents, their environment and their culture
- Oversee quality therapy services, including assessment, intervention, program planning and implementation, discharge planning and related documentation and communication in accordance with the job description of their respective discipline and the overall department
- Monitor that any resident appropriate for a screen is scheduled and screen is completed timely
- Identify all new rehab admissions, oversee verification authorization of insurance in order to determine coverage for direct therapy services.
- Monitor that all patients are evaluated timely scheduled appropriately throughout their stay.
- Monitors/Tracks timely completion of MD signatures on POC filing in EMR
- Ensures accuracy of payer sources for each case in EMR including monthly reverification
- Maintain an appropriate number of qualified professional personnel to handle the needs of the rehab department on a day to day basis, maintaining appropriate therapist to assistant ratio, triaging schedule, and requesting assistance only when needed
- Supervise rehab staff and manage department efficiency/staff productivity
Qualifications:
- Licensed, certified, or registered to practice in the State of MN as a Physical Therapist (PT) / Occupational Therapist (OT) / Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) / Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) and all necessary credentials are current.
- At least two years experience in the respective therapeutic field
- Two years of DOR experience is a plus
- Must have excellent communication skills.
- Must have the ability to effectively communicate with patients, family, staff, visitors, physicians, and Management
Reasons to join:
- Great team environment
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401k with company match
- Vacation/Holiday/Sick PTO
- Competitive compensation
#INDTHERAPY
#INDTHERAPY
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The qualifications that appear most often in vocational rehabilitation counselor jobs across Minnesota.
- Active Certified Rehabilitation Counselor credential or eligibility for Minnesota licensing board recognition
- Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or closely related counseling field required
- Experience conducting vocational assessments and developing individualized employment plans for clients
- Familiarity with Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development services and referral systems
- Ability to manage a caseload independently across multiple rehabilitation stages and settings
- Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic case management software platforms
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a vocational rehabilitation counselor in Minnesota?
Minnesota does not issue a separate state license for vocational rehabilitation counselors, but most employers require or strongly prefer the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor credential issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification. To sit for the CRC exam, you typically need a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or a closely related field. Positions within the state's public vocational rehabilitation system through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development also follow federal qualification standards.
Which companies hire vocational rehabilitation counselors in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring vocational rehabilitation counselors in Minnesota include US Department of Veterans Affairs, Allina Health, and CentraCare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Minnesota's mix of state agency programs, nonprofit rehabilitation providers, and integrated health systems creates a broad and relatively steady base of openings across the state.
Which Minnesota cities have the most vocational rehabilitation counselor jobs?
Saint Cloud, Minneapolis, and Saint Paul lead Minnesota for vocational rehabilitation counselor openings. The Twin Cities account for the largest share by far, anchored by state agency offices, large nonprofit providers, and health systems headquartered in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, while Duluth and Rochester draw openings from regional medical centers and community rehabilitation programs serving broader rural catchment areas.
Are there remote vocational rehabilitation counselor jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're limited. Much of the work involves in-person assessments, client meetings, and site visits that require a physical presence. About 0% of vocational rehabilitation counselor openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and the positions most likely to be fully remote are those focused on case coordination, plan documentation, or telephone-based job development rather than direct on-site counseling.
How can I get hired as a vocational rehabilitation counselor in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a supervised internship or practicum placement completed during a master's program, which several Minnesota universities with CACREP-accredited rehabilitation counseling programs build into their curriculum. Graduates without full CRC credentials can apply to rehabilitation specialist or vocational counselor assistant roles at organizations like RISE, Inc., Opportunity Partners, or county human services offices, which hire candidates working toward credentialing. Lateral moves from case management, social work, or employment specialist positions are common and widely accepted by Minnesota employers as qualifying experience.
Where can I find and apply to vocational rehabilitation counselor jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to vocational rehabilitation counselor jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the ones that match.
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