Forensic rehabilitation services in the United States: Contemporary status and future directions

Public rehabilitation service delivery has existed for nearly 100 years in the United States. With this period of time the profession is maturing and has a defined educational and clinical preparation, and professional opportunities abound. Rehabilitation counselors are in demand and their roles are evolving in the United States. This manuscript briefly updates readers on rehabilitation counselor preparation and explores the development and growing demand for rehabilitation counselors in the private sector. Upon completion of this manuscript, readers will clearly understand the employment opportunities which rehabilitation counselors can fulfill and meet evolving societal need.