[Nfbk] FW: OFB Vacancy Posting for VR Counselor Certified I - Elizabethtown Office

[Todd E. Stephens]

Good Morning, Everyone:

 

FYI

 

 

Todd

From: Wright, Jennifer (OFB-FK) [mailto:JenniferN.Wright at ky.gov] 
Sent: Thursday, September 14, 2017 9:59 AM
Subject: OFB Vacancy Posting for VR Counselor Certified I - Elizabethtown
Office

 

Below is information pertaining to the vacancy posting for the VR
Counselor-Certified I position in the Elizabethtown office.  This is the
position which was left vacant by the recent resignation of Deanna Doll. 

Please feel free to pass this along to any individuals you think may be
interested but they must have their CRC certification in order to qualify
for the position. The posting ends on September 23rd, therefore it is
crucial that anyone interested submit their application online through the
Kentucky Personnel Cabinet website by that date.  A link is provided below
to apply for state government positions. It provides additional information
on completing the online application process.

 

https://careers.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx


VOC REHAB COUNSELOR CERTIFIED I


Educ. & Workforce Development Cab. 

Hardin County 

56722BR

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


Characteristics of the Job : As a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
demonstrates proficiency in providing rehabilitation counseling and caseload
management oversight for persons with disabilities seeking gainful
employment. Functions under limited supervision as a vocational
rehabilitation counselor to insure consumers receive appropriate guidance in
highly specialized rehabilitation areas; and performs other duties as
required.

Minimum Requirement - Education : See Special Requirements.

Minimum Requirement - Experience : Must have one year of professional
experience in rehabilitation counseling.

Substitute Education for Experience :None

Substitute Experience for Education : None

Special Requirements : Must possess certification as a Certified
Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) as administered by the Commission of
Rehabilitation Counselor Certification. http://www.crccertification.com Must
maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials
for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is
responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required
licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Post Employment Requirements :Must maintain certification as a Certified
Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) as administered by the Commission of
Rehabilitation Counselor Certification for the length of employment in this
classification.

Department/Division/Branch/Address :

Department for Workforce Investment
Office for the Blind
233 Ring Road
Elizabethtown KY 42701

Agency Contact email and/or telephone number : 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 

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. 

Work Week : 37.5 hr/wk 

Pay Grade :14

Special Entrance Rate : No

Probationary Period : This job has an initial and promotional probationary
period of 6 months. For additional information refer to:
http://www.lrc.ky.gov/kar/101/001/325.htm.

Description of Job Duties

A Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) demonstrates proficiency in
highly specialized rehabilitation counseling and caseload management
oversight for consumers who are blind or visually impaired, who are seeking
gainful employment. 

This position collects, evaluates and interprets medical, psychological,
vocational and other reports to determine eligibility for services for
consumers; coordinates services with other professionals and partners;
conducts assessments to determine services needed for consumers to prepare
for, engage in, or retain employment.

This position will work with employers in highly specialized areas such as
job development, job analysis, and follow-up services; assures job placement
is consistent with consumers' unique strengths, abilities, specialized needs
and interests; and coordinates coaching or other services from
professionals.

This position will plan, organize, and manage the delivery of services bases
upon assessments, vocational counseling and goals and Individual Plans for
Employment (IPE) that is developed with the consumer. This will include the
assessment of the need for rehab technology.

This position will also manage caseload budgets to ensure expenditures
adhere to policies and allowable services fees. Develops and maintains case
documentation; prepares correspondence; interprets and applies agency
policies and procedures and the state and federal laws. Consumer information
is entered into the Case Management System (CMS); and travels throughout the
region to provide services to consumers and resolve consumer complaints.
These counties include; Breckinridge, Green, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, Larue,
Marion, Meade, Nelson, Taylor; and Washington.

This position develops referrals; performs basic public relation functions,
and works with service organizations, schools, and develops resources
working with service organizations, schools and physicians to provide
services to consumers. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Group :VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

Typical Working Conditions: 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 : 09/14/2017

Post Ending Date : 09/23/2017

 

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