VR Nevada

04/01/2026

🌟 We're Hiring! Camp Counselor🌟
We are seeking energetic and dedicated Camp Counselor to be part of our team at our camps for a temporary seasonal position.

Position Title: Camp Counselor AM/PM
📍 Location: Las Vegas, NV
⏳ Duration:
• Beyond the Deaf Home Camp: Mon. June 8th – Sat. 13th 2026
• CRAVE Camp: Mon June 22nd- Sat 27th 2026
⏰ Hours:
AM Shift 1: 5 AM - 5 PM
PM Shift (Overnight): 5PM - 5AM
💵 Wages: $2,052 or $1,650 (pending AM/PM Shift; Non-negotiable)

As a Camp Counselor, you’ll lead campers in exciting indoor & outdoor activities, collaborate with fellow counselors, and create memorable experiences! 🌞🌟
Ready to make a difference this summer? Apply today!

TO APPLY
Interested candidates must provide a resume with cover letter and references to: llturner@detr.nv.gov no later than 5 p.m. on April 15, 2026. Resume should include current contact information, personal objective, previous knowledge/experience, skills/abilities, education/training, and 3 references (2 professional, 1 personal). Please identify which camp and/or both you are applying for. Potential candidates must be available for a panel interview with representatives from VR and direct Camp Supervisor during the end of April. Orientation with the VR Team and direct Camp Supervisor will take place during the last week of May 2026 (May 25-29th).

04/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Employer Open House: Lunch & Run!

We had a great time connecting with HR professionals, hiring managers, and business owners to share how Vocational Rehabilitation partners with employers to build inclusive workplaces and expand talent pipelines.

We appreciate your time, energy, and commitment to strengthening Nevada’s workforce!

03/31/2026

At the Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation 2026 Spring conference in Washington DC with Drazen Elez, Mechelle Merrill and Jacob Council.
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03/30/2026

At the Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation 2026 Spring conference in Washington DC with Drazen Elez, Mechelle Merrill and Jacob Council.

03/25/2026

Mary's Gone Crackers is hiring maintenance and packaging techs, forklift drivers, and supervisors for the manufacturing plant in Reno, NV! Pay ranges from $19/hr to $65k/yr, see all positions at https://www.employnv.gov/vosnet/emp/empsummaryprofile.aspx?fromhomepage=1&empid=47338

Interview at the upcoming event:
📅 Thursday, April 2, 2026 11am-1pm
📍 EmployNV Business Hub, 4001 S. Virginia St. Suite 11, Reno, NV 89502

03/21/2026

Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day 🌟💙
Today, we celebrate the amazing achievements of people with Down syndrome! Everyone deserves support to live and be included in the community, including people with Down syndrome and their families.

03/16/2026

The Statewide Beyond the Deaf Home Summer Camp 2026 is coming to UNLV! This is a fantastic opportunity for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf/Blind students (ages 16–22)
📅 Deadline to register: March 31st 🔗 Register here: bit.ly/3EKffKu

03/16/2026

https://ow.ly/tUnc50YuFhX

03/16/2026

Ready to jumpstart your future? 🚀The Statewide Careers, Recreation and Vocational Education Camp (CRAVE) is back for 2026! This camp helps students with disabilities (ages 16–22) explore college and career paths while learning essential skills like budgeting and self-advocacy. 📍 Where: University of Nevada, Las Vegas 📅 When: June 22–27, 2026 💰 Cost: Fully funded by the NV Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Quick Facts:Open to Vocational Rehabilitation clients Transportation and accommodations available Includes fun and engaging activities! 📝 Register by March 31st: bit.ly/41jf8hW Questions? Contact Lora Turner at Ilturner@detr.nv.gov or call/text 702-305-9257.

03/16/2026

DETR Guidance for Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employees and contractors who have been furloughed or are working without pay because of the ongoing federal government shutdown. Impacted workers may be eligible to apply for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits to help offset lost wages during the shutdown period.

“Our goal is to ensure that every affected worker has clear information about available resources,” said DETR Director Christopher Sewell. “We want DHS employees to know that help is accessible and that they should not hesitate to apply if their income has been disrupted.”

Eligibility for Unemployment Benefits
• Federal employees who have been furloughed may be eligible for UI benefits.
• Federal employees who are working without pay may also apply; eligibility is determined on a case‑by‑case basis under state and federal guidelines.
• Federal contractors may be eligible depending on the terms of their employment and loss of income.
• Final benefit determinations are made after review of each individual claim, consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

How to Apply
Impacted DHS employees can file an unemployment claim through the State of Nevada’s unemployment portal at nui.nv.gov. Federally furloughed or unpaid TSA workers are waived from work-search requirements.

Returning to Work and Overpayments
Once the shutdown ends and employees receive back pay, they will be required to repay UI benefits for weeks in which back pay covers the period of unemployment.

Support and Assistance
Claimants with questions may visit nui.nv.gov for additional information, resources, and guidance.

03/15/2026

Vocational Rehabilitation counselor Jake Merrill discusses how VR Nevada helps students with disabilities find jobs through internships, career exploration, and summer camps—all free of charge.
If you’re a student ages 14-22 who has a disability, or a parent or caretaker, learn about the services we offer to help students live independently after high school: https://vrnevada.nv.gov/students-parents/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0Ml79mXUuI

VR counselor, Jake Merrill discusses the help students receive from NV Nevada to help them into their chosen field of employment. VR Nevada has access to in...

03/14/2026

🍽️🏃 Join Us for a Lunch & Run Open House!
Local employers are invited to connect with resources and learn how EmployNV and Nevada Vocational Rehabilitation can support your workforce needs.

📅 April 24, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 EmployNV Business Hub – 4001 S. Virginia St., Suite 11, Reno

Enjoy complimentary lunch, network with partners, tour the facility, and learn about programs that help connect businesses with talented job seekers.

⚠️ Space is limited to 20 employers — RSVP by April 8 to reserve your spot!