Caseworker (Rehabilitation Counseling Office for Persons with Disabilities)
ケースワーカー（しょうがいしゃこうせいそうだんしょ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that handles consultations for people with disabilities and their families at rehabilitation counseling offices for persons with disabilities, conducts assessments, and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and collaborating on support plans.
Description
Caseworkers at rehabilitation counseling offices for persons with disabilities provide consultation support regarding life, employment, and social participation for users with physical, intellectual, or mental disabilities and their families. They assess users' needs and living conditions, create care plans, and then handle coordination with medical institutions, welfare service providers, employment support organizations, and others. They evaluate support content through monitoring and revise plans as necessary. While collaborating with government agencies and regional networks, they aim to promote users' independence and social participation.
Future Outlook
With super-aging society and diversification of disability support systems, demand for consultation support is increasing. Importance grows with community-based integrated care and expansion of welfare services. Business scope is expected to expand with strengthened ICT utilization and interprofessional collaboration.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Good at Coordination / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shifts / Field Visits / Public Institution Employment / Team Work
Career Path
Caseworker (Rehabilitation Counseling Office for Persons with Disabilities) → Senior Caseworker → Consultation Support Specialist → Counseling Office Director → Government Administrative Position
Required Skills
Assessment / Basic Knowledge of Laws and Regulations / Care Plan Creation / Report Writing
Recommended Skills
Crisis Intervention / ICT Utilization / Team Management / Welfare Network Building
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required for creating official documents and managing contract information. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for building interpersonal relationships and coordination tasks. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To respond to changes in laws, regulations, and support methods. |
| Planning & Organization | Necessary for planning and coordinating support plans. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for coordination tasks aimed at solving individual problems. |
| Stress Tolerance | To respond to users' distress and families' anxiety. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Necessary for collaboration with medical professionals, welfare workers, and government officials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few opportunities for quantitative analysis or mathematical calculations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical demands are not high. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Social Worker
- Psychiatric Social Worker
Aliases
- Disabled Person Caseworker
- Disabled Person Rehabilitation Counselor
Related Jobs
- Child Welfare Officer
- Psychiatric Social Worker
- Welfare Facility Counselor