[NFB-NM] FW: VR Counselor Vacancy with the Commission

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From: Salas, James, CFB <James.Salas at cfb.nm.gov> 
Sent: Thursday, September 5, 2024 1:43 PM
Subject: VR Counselor Vacancy with the Commission
 
Greetings, 
 
We are recruiting to fill a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor vacancy with
the NM Commission for the Blind.  The position is in our Santa Fe office and
serves Northcentral and Northeastern New Mexico. 
 
The position serves both adults and transition students. Caseloads generally
consists of approximately 30-50 cases.  The most relevant portion of the job
posting is provided below my signature block.  The posting closes October 3.

 
To reach the job posting, go to the NM State Personnel Website at
www.spo.state.nm.us <http://www.spo.state.nm.us> , 
click the Apply Now link, enter the letters CFB in the search field, and
look for the VR Counselor vacancy in Santa Fe.
 
Applications are accepted through the New Mexico State Personnel Office
online application system only!
 
Note to screen reader users: Should you have trouble with the application
utility, please notify Ms. Chelsea Talamante, our HR Manager. She can be
reached in our Santa Fe office at 505.476.4460 or at
Chelsea.Talamante at cfb.nm.gov <mailto:Chelsea.Talamante at cfb.nm.gov> . You may
request assistance with the application.  Ms. Talamante can also confirm
that your application (including uploaded transcripts, licenses, etc.) has
been successfully received for consideration.
 
Interested individuals can contact either Ms. Daphne Mitchell or me to
discuss the positions.  Ms. Mitchell manages the Rehab Counselor program on
my VR team and can be reached at 505.383.2253 or at
Daphne.Mitchell at state.nm.us <mailto:Daphne.Mitchell at state.nm.us> .  
 
Thank you.
 
Jim 
 
James L. Salas
Deputy Director
NM Commission for the Blind
Phone 505.383.2251
www.cfb.state.nm.us <http://www.cfb.state.nm.us> 
James.Salas at cfb.nm.gov <mailto:James.Salas at cfb.nm.gov> 
 
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New Mexico Commission for the Blind
Vacancy Announcement
Job Title: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
CFB #6296)
 
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
 
Regular/Temporary: Regular - Permanent
 
Closing Date: October 3, 2024 
 
Pay Grade: 65
 
Salary: The salary range for this position is $47,989 - $76,782 Annually
($23.07 - $36.91 Hourly). Offered salary will be based on education and
experience.  
 
Benefits: Full State of New Mexico benefits, including health insurance,
life insurance, traditional defined benefit retirement plan, sick leave,
annual leave, and eleven holidays.
 
Why does the job exist? To provide vocational rehabilitation services to
persons who are blind or severely visually impaired in order that they may
obtain, maintain, or advance in employment. 
 
How does it get done? Incumbent determines an applicant's eligibility for
Commission services; identifies any and all disabilities and medical
conditions that may represent impediments to employment; coordinates
adjustment counseling; coordinates blindness skills training; conducts a
career assessment to identify a vocational goal that is consistent with the
client's unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities,
capabilities, interests, and informed choice; jointly develops an
Individualized Plan for Employment that describes the services that are
necessary to achieve the vocational goal; coordinates the delivery of the
services described in the Individualized Plan for Employment;
provides/coordinates job placement services as necessary; and coordinates
post-employment services as necessary. 
 
Who are the customers? Persons with blindness or severe visual impairments,
family members, school personnel, and employers.
 
Ideal Candidate: Individual possesses a master's degree in Rehabilitation
Counseling, Rehabilitation Counselor certification, and three years of
related experience. 
 
Minimum Qualifications: bachelor's degree from an accredited college or
university in Vocational Rehabilitation, Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and
Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, or related degree as referenced
by statute, with no experience required. 
If selected, incumbent with only a bachelor's degree will be required to
complete a master's degree program in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
within four years of hire at the employer's expense.
Applicants must attach a copy of their unofficial college transcript to
their application. 
 
Employment Requirements:
Must obtain and maintain Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification
(CRC) issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification or
be eligible to sit for the CRC examination; Must obtain and maintain New
Mexico rehabilitation counselor licensure as defined in the New Mexico
Public Education Department Rules (6.63.11) NMAC. 
 
Working Conditions: 
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display
Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage.
Regularly works with individuals with secondary disabilities, some of which
resulting in challenging behaviors. 
Occasionally exposed to service animals. 
Regular travel is required within service territory, including regular
overnight travel using agency vehicles.
 
Bargaining Unit: This position is covered by a collective bargaining
agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be
adhered to.
 
Agency Contact Information: Ms. Chelsea Talamante, (505) 476.4460
 
The online application includes approximately ten questions addressing
education, experience, and specialized qualifications. 
 
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