[Job-Listings] FW: Southeast WDU Counselor posting extended

[Andrews, David B (DEED)]

From: Hanson, Lindsey A (DEED) <lindsey.hanson at state.mn.us>
Sent: Wednesday, April 6, 2022 6:40 AM
To: #DEED_SSB-AllStaff <SSB-AllStaff.DEED at state.mn.us>
Subject: Southeast WDU Counselor posting extended

Good morning- The SE Counselor posting is being extended through April 12th to attract more applicants. Previously, the posting was only open to DEED employees, but It is now open to all qualified job seekers and I've included the posting below:


Job Class: Rehabilitation Counselor Career/ Rehabilitation Counselor Senior

  *   Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
  *   Date Posted: 03/19/2022
  *   Closing Date: 04/12/2022
  *   Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE
  *   Division/Unit: State Service f/t Blind Branch / SSB Workforce Development X
  *   Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
  *   Days of Work: Monday - Friday
  *   Travel Required: Yes - Up to 5% local daytime travel
  *   Rehabilitation Counselor SeniorSalary Range: $23.85 - $34.82/hourly; $49,798 - $72,704/annually
  *   Rehabilitation Counselor CareerSalary Range: $26.35 - $38.77/hourly; $55,018 - $80,951/annually
  *   Classified Status: Classified
  *   Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
  *   FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
  *   Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes<https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/>

Job Summary

This position was previously posted 03/19/2022 - 03/28/2022.  Applicants that previously applied do not need to apply again and will still be considered.

This vacancy is being posted at two (2) different levels. Only one (1) position will be filled, dependent on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

State Services for the Blind's (SSB) mission is to facilitate the achievement of vocational and personal independence by Minnesotans who are blind, visually impaired or Deaf Blind. We offer a dynamic team-oriented environment where everyone's contribution is key to achieving this mission.

As a Rehabilitation Counselor Career, this position plans, authorizes, and coordinates service delivery of individualized vocational rehabilitation (VR) services in partnership with the blind, visually impaired, and/or deaf blind customers. This position works to enable customers who possess substantial impediments to employment and to achieve successful employment outcomes. This position will also contribute to building a positive internal culture that makes SSB an extraordinary place to work.

This position will serve the following counties: Wabasha, Winona, Houston, Fillmore, Olmsted, Dodge, Mower, Steele, and Freeborn.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

This position was previously posted 03/19/2022 - 03/28/2022.  Applicants that previously applied do not need to apply again and will still be considered.

To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment.

Rehabilitation Counselor Senior:

Masters Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Vision Rehabilitation Therapy/Teaching, Social Work, Psychology, Disability Studies, Human Resources, Education, Special Education, School Counseling, or related degree as determined by the agency

Human relations skills including ability to negotiate, collaborate, build and maintain positive working relationships with job seekers and employers

Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation

Rehabilitation Counselor Career:

Master's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Vision Rehabilitation Therapy/Teaching, Social Work, Psychology, Disability Studies, Human Resources, Education, Special Education, School Counseling, or related degree as determined by the agency

AND

Three (3) years of related work experience which demonstrates knowledge of one-to-one counseling, caseload management, development of rehabilitation plans, customer assessment, and job placement services

Human relations skills including ability to negotiate, collaborate, build and maintain positive working relationships with job seekers and employers

Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with individuals who are Blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind

Skill in communicating in a secondary language

Ability to interpret and explain in plain language complex information such as guidelines, regulations, policies, medical and psychiatric reports

Ability to analyze assessment information to identify and address the customer's vocational rehabilitation needs

Experience applying counseling techniques to conduct a diagnostic interview, to assist the client in completing the rehabilitation plan, and address any issues that emerge during the customer's rehabilitation process

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

This position requires an Adjustment to Blindness immersion training program. The emersion experience helps new employees understand what's possible for people who are blind, DeafBlind or visually impaired by allowing them to experience it for themselves. The training takes place at an Adjustment to Blindness training center and can run up to 6-7 weeks.

Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers.

A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Application Details
Why Work For Us

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637<tel:6512593637>.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Morgan Thompson at morgan.thompson at state.mn.us<mailto:morgan.thompson at state.mn.us?subject=Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Career%2F%20Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Senior>

Connect 700 (C700) applicants must email their certificate to Deed.hr at state.mn.us<mailto:Deed.hr at state.mn.us?subject=Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Career%2F%20Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Senior> by 11:59PM of the posting close date to be considered as a C700 applicant.

The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities.  If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at  Karen.Lilledahl at state.mn.us<mailto:Karen.Lilledahl at state.mn.us?subject=%09%20Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Career%2F%20Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Senior>. Please indicate what assistance is needed.


Lindsey Hanson | Rehabilitation Counselor/Assistive Technology Team Supervisor
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
State Services for the Blind
2200 University Ave West, Suite 240, St. Paul MN 55114
Direct: 651-539-2340
Cell: 651-295-0649
Fax: 651-649-5927
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