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style='color:#333333;text-decoration:none'>Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor / Career Instructor</span></a></span><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>Location:</span></strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'> Polk County, IA <br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Salary Minimum:</span></strong> $51,854.40<br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Salary Maximum:</span></strong> $78,977.60<br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Job Type: </span></strong> Full-time<br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Agency:</span></strong> 131 Iowa Department for the Blind<br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Job Number:</span></strong> 23-02461<br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Post Close Date:</span></strong> April 11, 2023<br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Point of Contact: </span></strong><a href="mailto:keri.osterhaus@blind.state.ia.us" target="_blank"><span style='color:#2E406B'>Keri Osterhaus</span></a><br><b><br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmdvdmVybm1lbnRqb2JzLmNvbS9jYXJlZXJzL2lvd2Evam9icy8zODg2NDYxL3ZvY2F0aW9uYWwtcmVoYWJpbGl0YXRpb24tY291bnNlbG9yLWNhcmVlci1pbnN0cnVjdG9yP2RlcGFydG1lbnQlNUIwJTVEPTEzMStJb3dhK0RlcGFydG1lbnQrZm9yK3RoZStCbGluZCZwYWdldHlwZT1qb2JPcHBvcnR1bml0aWVzSm9icyZzb3J0PVBvc2l0aW9uVGl0bGUlN0NBc2NlbmRpbmcmdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fc291cmNlPWdvdmRlbGl2ZXJ5IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDMyOS43NDIzMzkwMSJ9.JIjPe1ZD-SeHLjtGQ6npD9V7qDkskfooOldEe6bznh0/s/894646797/br/157064218446-l" target="_blank"><span style='color:#2E406B'>To Apply</span></a>: </span></strong></b>All applications must be submitted through the State of Iowa job application site at <a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa">https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa</a>. Applicants are strongly encouraged to attach both a cover letter and resume to their online application.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>Job Description: </span></strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department of the Blind. Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.</span></strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'> <br><br>The Department for the Blind (IDB) is searching for experienced candidates for the position of Vocational Rehabilitation Career Counselor. The position will serve clients participating in Vocational Rehabilitation services, focusing on providing counseling and instruction to students of the Iowa Blindness Empowerment and Independence Center and the Young Adult Transition Program.<br><br>Following successful completion of the orientation and training activities, the position will be housed at the Iowa Department for the Blind in Des Moines, Iowa. The training for this position is a minimum of 14 weeks and is completed in Des Moines, Iowa.<br><br>This position is responsible for assisting students of the Iowa Department for the Blinds programs to identify employment goals. The position provides counseling and guidance and ensures that clients receive training in the alternative techniques of blindness in order for the individual to successfully pursue their vocational goals. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of career development, employer engagement and instruction strategies. The successful candidate will also have experience developing plans, partnering with service providers and education professionals, and providing access to work-based learning experiences including job shadows, informational interviews, and volunteer, paid, and unpaid work opportunities. In addition, strong documentation, collaboration, organization and time management skills are essential to the position.<br><br>Duties and responsibilities include the following areas:<br><br><strong><u><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Instruction</span></u></strong><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Teach small group classes to IDB clients covering topics such as career exploration, job readiness, counseling on post-secondary education, identifying and requesting accommodations, and job search strategies. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Ensure that class participants have strategies, alternative/nonvisual techniques and appropriate assistive technology/devices for accomplishing tasks typically performed by someone in a chosen career field.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Connect clients with volunteer and paid work experiences and arrange for necessary supports including job coaches, rehabilitation technology and transportation. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Provide clients instruction in effective participation in job fairs, reverse job fairs, employment showcases, college fairs, and other events where they are able to create connections, improve soft skills, and increase confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Provide guidance in and teach alternative techniques of blindness related to the career development and job search process. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><strong><u><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>Counseling and Guidance/Plan Development</span></u></strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Determine eligibility for services, assesses vocational, social and medical needs through appropriate testing and medical reports. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Assist clients to explore potential career paths, develop goals for achieving potential careers and identify the steps needed to achieve the identified career goal, including self-employment goals. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Assist clients, through informed choice, in determining appropriate vocational goals and serve as a resource for clients seeking information regarding employment and employment goals. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Develop, implement and review individual plans for employment jointly with vocational rehabilitation.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><strong><u><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>Collaboration and Partnerships:</span></u></strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3'><span 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and share resources for clients to access employment and training opportunities. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><strong><u><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>Case Management: </span></u></strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Independently prioritize workload to maximize effective use of time, resources, and agency assets. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:#333333;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;line-height:140%;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Submit accurate reports, case recordings, authorizations and correspondence on time. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>It is the policy of the Department for the Blind to conduct background checks on all finalist candidates prior to any offer of employment.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>Selectives</span></strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>752: Vocational Rehabilitation</span></strong><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'><br>6 months’ experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both that specifically relates to employment and training services for individuals with disabilities. That knowledge base will include an awareness of the unique needs of this population, laws relating to discrimination or reasonable accommodations, assistive technology, and an understanding of employment and training systems and services, especially as provided in Iowa.<br><br>AND<br><br><strong><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>257: Career Development Counseling</span></strong><br>6 months’ experience at the high school or college level or in the public or private sector such as Iowa Workforce Development or an employment agency. In the case of the latter, must have experience analyzing and assessing applicants’ work and education history and applying it to career goals.<br>• Must possess broad knowledge of postsecondary education and/or job training infrastructure. • Must be able to communicate with program participants of varying academic and vocational abilities.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>Minimum Qualification Requirements<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:7.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:140%'><span style='font-size:10.5pt;line-height:140%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333'>Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in human service-oriented sciences, education, marketing or business and experience equal to three years of full 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