O*NET-SOC 21-1015.00

Rehabilitation Counselors

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.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Prepare and maintain records and case files, including documentation, such as clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided, narratives of client contacts, or relevant correspondence.Core9202
Confer with clients to discuss their options and goals so that rehabilitation programs and plans for accessing needed services can be developed.Core9201
Develop rehabilitation plans that fit clients' aptitudes, education levels, physical abilities, and career goals.Core9205
Locate barriers to client employment, such as inaccessible work sites, inflexible schedules, or transportation problems, and work with clients to develop strategies for overcoming these barriers.Core9208
Monitor and record clients' progress to ensure that goals and objectives are met.Core9200
Participate in job development and placement programs, contacting prospective employers, placing clients in jobs, and evaluating the success of placements.Core9212
Analyze information from interviews, educational and medical records, consultation with other professionals, and diagnostic evaluations to assess clients' abilities, needs, and eligibility for services.Core9204
Collaborate with clients' families to implement rehabilitation plans, such as behavioral, residential, social, or employment goals.Core9213
Develop and maintain relationships with community referral sources, such as schools or community groups.Core9207
Maintain close contact with clients during job training and placements to resolve problems and evaluate placement adequacy.Core9206
Arrange for on-site job coaching or assistive devices, such as specially equipped wheelchairs, to help clients adapt to work or school environments.Core9209
Arrange for physical, mental, academic, vocational, and other evaluations to obtain information for assessing clients' needs and developing rehabilitation plans.Core9203
Confer with physicians, psychologists, occupational therapists, and other professionals to develop and implement client rehabilitation programs.Core9210
Manage budgets and direct case service allocations, authorizing expenditures and payments.Supplemental20234
Supervise rehabilitation counselors and staff.Supplemental21178
Collaborate with community agencies to establish facilities and programs for persons with disabilities.Core9214
Develop diagnostic procedures to determine clients' needs.Supplemental9211

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 28 examples in 16 categories, 5 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Document management software

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Accounting software

Budgeting software

Medical software

Chart Links
Client information database software
Electronic medical record EMR software

Data base user interface and query software

Data input software
SkillTRAN Job Browser Pro
SkillTRAN OASYS

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Transaction security and virus protection software

Encryption software
Virus protection software

Calendar and scheduling software

Fanatic Software Informant
Microsoft Office Outlook
Scheduling software

Mobile location based services software

Global positioning system GPS software

Mobile operator specific application software

Microsoft ActiveSync

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Internet browser software

Microsoft Internet Explorer
Microsoft Mobile Explorer MME
Netscape Navigator
Web browser software

Office suite software

Microsoft Office Mobile
Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

Test interpretation software

Voice recognition software

Word recognition software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor clients to evaluate treatment progress.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate potential problems in home or work environments of clients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Evaluate characteristics of individuals to determine needs or eligibility.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or educational programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

Develop treatment plans for patients or clients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Develop tools to diagnose or assess needs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Maintain client records.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Confer with family members to discuss client treatment plans or progress.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Confer with clients to discuss treatment plans or progress.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Collaborate with other professionals to assess client needs or plan treatments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Collaborate with other professionals to develop education or assistance programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Develop working relationships with others to facilitate program activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Assisting and Caring for Others

Arrange physical or mental health services for clients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Refer individuals to educational or work programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Assist clients in handling details of daily life.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise patient care personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Manage organizational or program finances.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Counsel clients regarding educational or vocational issues.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 18

Distinct tools0

Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.