[Nfbk] FW: OFB Vacancy Posting for Voc Rehab Specialist - Certified (Deaf/Blind Program)

[Gatton, Tonia (OFB-LV)]

Below is information pertaining to the vacancy posting for the Voc Rehab Specialist - Certified position. This is for the Deaf/Blind program position that was left vacant when Dorothy Brame retired. We are listing the office location as Varies rather than Bowling Green where Dorothy was located since the position is not tied to any particular location. The person selected could work out of any of our offices. Please feel free to pass this along to any interested individuals.  The posting ends on February 5th, therefore it is crucial that anyone interested submit their application online through the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet website before that date.  A link is provided below to apply for state government positions. It provides additional information on completing the online application process.

https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=20101&siteid=5031


Auto req ID

38508BR

Job Title :

8937 VOC REHAB SPECIALIST - CERTIFIED

Minimum Requirement - Primary Education :

Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in rehabilitation, rehabilitation teaching or therapy, guidance and/or counseling, psychology, sociology, orientation and mobility, social work, special education, education with emphasis in vocational counseling or a related field.

Minimum Requirement - Primary Experience :

See Special Requirements

Education Substitution :

None

Experience Substitution :

None

Special Requirements :

Must hold at least one certification listed below. For additional information relating to certifications refer to web link.

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O&M) or
Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE)
Rehabilitation Engineer Technologist (RET)
Certified Rehabilitation Drivers Specialist (CRDS)
Association of Education and Rehabilitation of Blind and Visually Impaired (AER)
National Library Service Braille Competency Certification www.ioc.gov/nls/bds.html<http://www.ioc.gov/nls/bds.html>
Certified Work Adjustment Vocational Evaluation Specialist (CWAVES)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Click here for more information.<http://www.lrc.state.ky.us/krs/335-00/100.pdf>

Post Employment Requirements :

Must maintain certification held upon entrance into this classification for the length of employment as a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist-Certified. Certification areas are:

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) www.crccertification.com<http://www.crccertification.com>
Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O&M) www.acvrep.org<http://www.acvrep.org> or www.aerbvi.org<http://www.aerbvi.org>
Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE) www.ccwaves.org<http://www.ccwaves.org>
Rehabilitation Engineer Technologist (RET) www.resna.org<http://www.resna.org>
Certified Rehabilitation Drivers Specialist (CRDS) www.aded.net<http://www.aded.net>
Association of Education and Rehabilitation of Blind and Visually Impaired (AER) www.acvrep.org<http://www.acvrep.org>
National Library Service Braille Competency Certification www.ioc.gov/nls/bds.html<http://www.ioc.gov/nls/bds.html>
Certified Work Adjustment Vocational Evaluation Specialist (CWAVES) www.ccwaves.org<http://www.ccwaves.org>
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) www.lrc.state.ky.us/krs/335-00/100.pdf<http://www.lrc.state.ky.us/krs/335-00/100.pdf>

Agency :

51 - Educ. & Workforce Development Cab.

Department/Division/Branch/Address :

Office for the Blind
275 E. Main Street
Frankfort KY 40621

Location :

Location Varies

Agency Contact :

JenniferN.Wright at ky.gov<mailto:JenniferN.Wright at ky.gov>

# of Vacancies :

1

Position Type :

Full-time Merit (18A)

Work Schedule :

1st Shift

Vacancy Type :

Competitive - Open To All Candidates

Work Week :

37.5 hr/wk

FLSA Designation

NON-EXEMPT - The position(s) is/are not exempt from FLSA requirements for time and a half overtime compensation. The employee(s) will earn time and a half for time worked in excess of 40 hours per work week.

Pay Grade :

14

Salary Range:

Pay Grade 14 (MIN-MID) $35,246.40 - $46,690.80 yearly at 37.5 hour work week

Special Entrance Rate :

No

Description of Job Duties

This position will travel throughout the entire State of Kentucky. The work county of this position will be dependent upon the home county of the successful candidate.

Under limited supervision, collects and interprets medical, psychological, vocational and other reports to determine if consumer is eligible for deaf/blind services. Based upon assessments and vocational guidance and counseling, works with other counselors to plan, facilitate and coordinate delivery of services through an Individual Plan of Employment. Assures job placement is appropriate for a deaf/blind consumer by assessing job requirements at work place and making recommendation for technology and/or making referral to AT specialist. Plans, facilitates and coordinates the delivery of deaf/blind consumer group activities designed to promote socialization, independence, and training. Provides technical expertise to universities, employers and general public regarding services for deaf/blind consumers. Works with other professional organizations that specialize in deaf/blind services. Manages the National Deaf/Blind Equipment Distribution for half of the state. Evaluates and trains deaf/blind individuals who meet the guidelines for that program. Develops and maintains case documentation, prepares correspondence, writes reports, interprets agency policy and procedures, travel to assigned counties, resolves consumer complaints and trains new counselors on deaf/blind services. Conducts presentations, facilitates future planning meetings, and maintains a registry database for identifying/tracking individuals who are deaf/blind. Performs other duties as assigned. Agency prefers candidate with American Sign Language (ASL) skills in order to be able to communicate with deaf/blind consumers.

Group :

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

Characteristics of the Class :

As a Certified rehabilitation specialist, provides expert services to persons with disabilities in the development, coordination, instruction, implementation and monitoring of specialized vocational rehabilitation services, programs and/or activities, such as orientation and mobility, assistive technology, rehabilitation technology, job placement and development, supported employment etc. Serves as team leader in Certified field of expertise and is responsible for direction, oversight and for meeting the training objectives of the consumer and the rehabilitation program; and other duties as required.

Typical Working Conditions and Unique Physical Requirements :

Work is performed primarily in an office setting. Occasional travel will be required to coordinate services between customers and the agency.

Additional Requirements :

Upon appointment, employees in this class may be required to maintain a valid driver's license and required to drive a licensed vehicle. This status may be necessary for the length of time in this class. If this is necessary it will be listed in the specific position description for that position. Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. Applicants and employees in positions which perform job duties that may require contact with offenders in the custody or supervision of the Department of Corrections or with youth in the care, custody, or supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice must meet qualifications pursuant to the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act, 28 C.F.R.115.17 and 115.317.

Post Date :

01/27/2015

Post Ending Date :

02/05/2015





Jennifer Wright
Kentucky Career Center
Office for the Blind
275 East Main Street
2nd Floor Mail Stop 2-EJ
Frankfort, KY 40621
Phone: (502) 782-3407
Toll Free (800) 321-6668
Fax: (502) 564-2951
JenniferN.Wright at ky.gov<mailto:JenniferN.Wright at ky.gov>
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