Education/Workforce Development Meeting

Description

Speakers: 
Belinda Medious - Rehabilitation Counselor with the Texas Workforce Commission – Vocational Rehabilitation (TWC-VR) 
Lana Arthur - Transition Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor III
with the Texas Workforce Commission





Belinda Medious Bio:
Belinda Medious is a passionate and experienced Rehabilitation Counselor with the Texas Workforce Commission – Vocational Rehabilitation (TWC-VR), where she is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities achieve meaningful employment and greater independence. Her career reflects over 25 years of service in education and rehabilitation, blending compassion, expertise, and a deep commitment to empowering others.
Belinda’s professional journey began in Louisiana, where she grew up and later met the love of her life, her husband of 39 years. She earned her master’s degree in Special Education from Jackson State University and spent 15 years as a Special Education teacher. In this role, she worked closely with students, families, and educators to create supportive learning environments that fostered academic growth, self-advocacy, and life skills. Her work in education inspired her to return to college and further specialize in Rehabilitation Counseling, opening the door to a new chapter in her career.
Over the past 11 years, Belinda has worked as a Rehabilitation Counselor in North Dakota, Iowa, and now Texas, building a track record of success in guiding individuals toward their vocational goals. Since joining TWC-VR in Houston, she has primarily served the Cy-Fair ISD community, working with students from Bridgeland High School, Cy-Park High School, the Dorothy Carlton Center, and other campuses. Her role extends beyond the classroom, as she develops and coordinates work-based learning opportunities that help students explore career options and gain hands-on experience.
 

 





Lana Arthur Bio:
Lana Arthur is a dedicated Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the Texas Workforce Commission, where she specializes in supporting transition-age youth, including students with disabilities, as they prepare for life after high school. With a Master's degree in Psychology from Northwest University and over a decade of experience working in the intellectual and developmental disabilities field, Lana brings compassion, expertise, and a deep understanding of the services and support her clients need to succeed. Since joining TWC-VR in 2020, Lana has led and contributed to several key programs including General and Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) caseloads, Project SEARCH, SMURF, and the innovative “Paving the Pathway to Success” program. Before entering the world of vocational rehabilitation, Lana worked in Home and Community-based Services (HCS) for nearly a decade—serving as an HCS Service Coordinator, Waiver Surveyor, and provider agency staff. Her extensive background ensures that she brings a holistic and person-centered approach to everything she does. Outside of work, Lana enjoys audiobooks, crafting, and spending time with her family. She’s been married for 27 years to her college sweetheart, Ben, is the proud mom of Kaitlyn, and attends Houston First Church of God with her family. Lana is known for her cheerful spirit, creative thinking, and unwavering commitment to helping others find their path forward.