Gary Rule
Vocational Counselor
Email: gary.rule@thechoicegroup.com

What makes me get up and go to work in the morning is…
The fact that I know I am going to be helping people accomplish and set goals in their lives to improve their current circumstances, possibly for the rest of their lives.

The way I feel about the work I do is…
I find it rewarding to know that I have made a positive impact on a person’s life by getting their career moving in the best direction possible.

My proudest personal achievement is…
As an all-encompassing accomplishment across all of the educational and vocational experiences I have, I am proudest of all the children and adults I have helped improve themselves in some way.

I consider the day a success if…
I am able to make progress with my clients in securing the proper job match.

The best insight I have gained from a client is…
Don’t take things for granted, because everything can change in an instant.

Three words describing myself are…
Calm…strong…polite

Three words someone else would use to describe me are…
Calm/quiet…reliable…knowledgeable

Profile
Gary joined The Choice Group in 2003, having developed diverse experiences in providing services and support to people with disabilities. This experience included positions of Employment Specialist, Substitute Teacher, Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor, and Mental Health/Mental Retardation Trainer. He has used his skills in sign language and facilitated communication, as well as his knowledge of various therapeutic and intervention models and his accomplishments in sports to assist participants in a variety of programs. Gary’s calm and good natured style is reassuring to clients.

Education and Certification
Gary holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health and Physical Education from Virginia Commonwealth University.