Curtis Winfree

About Curtis Winfree

I currently serve as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the Veterans Benefit…

Experience

1. Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

   Veterans Benefits Administration

   Nov 2024 — Present · Arlington, TX, US

   Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (VRCs) provide and coordinate a wide range of rehabilitation, counseling, and case management services to disabled veterans and other eligible individuals. The purpose, objectives, services, and outcomes are developed by the VRC during the evaluation. The program\'s primary focus will be on helping the veteran find work and set goals and objectives to help them become more independent in their daily lives.DutiesPerform initial rehabilitation evaluations, entitlement assessments, rehabilitation planning, problem-solving, adjustment counseling, and case management.Coordinate rehabilitation services, case documentation, employment services, and, as necessary, the administration and interpretation of vocation testing.Provide services for employer consultation, employment development and placement, career counseling, and vocational planning and assessment.Combine data from diagnostic tests and medical records to give a comprehensive picture of strengths, weaknesses, capabilities, and interests to help patients find a suitable employment or independent living objective.Partner with Vet Centers, career centers, local Disabled Veterans\' Outreach Program, Specialists, Local Veterans\' Employment Representatives, VA employment programs, and others to provide job search and placement services.Provide information and assistance with the Veteran Readiness and Education programs through individual and group therapy sessionsConduct counseling using a variety of approaches, including Tele- counseling, depending on the needs of the Veteran.

Education

• Park University

  Bachelor's degree

• University of Southern California

  Master of Social Work (MSW)

  2015 — 2017