[nobe-l] Department of Health Services, rehabilitation specialist in Wisconsin

Fri Feb 17 20:51:00 UTC 2017

The counties listed are in the north central part of the state. This job is with the Office for the Blind and Visually Impaired, which works primarily with adults over fifty, or who do not have an active IPe with the Division for Vocational Rehabilitation.

Health Services, Department of
Rehab Specialist for the Blind - Senior
Job Announcement Code: 1700290

County(ies):

Oneida

Classification Title(s)/JAC:
  Job Working Title(s):

REHAB SPEC FOR THE BLIND-SENIOR - 1700290
  Rehab Specialist for the Blind - Senior

Type of Employment:

Full Time (40 hrs/week)

Salary:

The pay is between $19.19 and $35.44 per hour (approximately between $39,915 and $73,715 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule/range is 12/63. A 12 month probationary period is required.

Contact:

Katie Piekarski, HR Specialist, 608-266-2561, katie.piekarski at dhs.wi.gov

Bargaining Unit:

Non-Represented

Area of Competition:

Open

Deadline to Apply:

2/21/2017

This position is located at the Department of Health Services (DHS); Division of Public Health (DPH); Bureau of Aging and Disability Resources (BADR).
This position is located in Rhinelander, WI, and will be responsible for the following counties: Florance, Forest, Price, Vilas, Langlade, Lincoln, and Marathon (north of Highway 29).
Benefits include a top rated health plan, four weeks of vacation/personal holiday, nine paid legal holidays, and the ability to participate in one of the best retirement plans <http://etf.wi.gov/careers/benefits.htm> offered in public service.
We offer a team-orientated atmosphere and a focus on work-life balance. Additionally, you may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program<http://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service>.
DHS’ Central Office (1 West Wilson Street) is in the heart of downtown Madison on the shore of Lake Monona. A five minute walk in any direction from the office will place you on the lawn of the State Capitol, at a Madison Metro bus stop, or even on the extensive biker/runner friendly Capital City bike path system. Enjoy working in a 430,000 sq. ft. historic building located along Lake Monona. For more information about DHS, visit our website at http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/.
The Department of Health Services is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
Position Summary:
This position provides highly skilled adjustment training to eligible consumers, along with the cultivation of service partners in specified DHS regions. The skills provided to consumers will include one or more of the following: orientation and mobility, adaptive independent living and low vision therapy. This position provides leadership for the Office for the Blind and Visually Impaired (OBVI) in his/her area(s) of certification; and provides direction and consultation to Rehabilitation Specialist and Rehabilitation Specialist Associate staff. Additionally, this person will serve as a member of the regional planning team for the Office for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Special Notes:
Due to the nature of this position, all applicants who may be appointed will be required to allow the Department of Health Services to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
Qualifications:
Minimally qualified candidates will have:
•  Experience working with individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
•  Experience providing information and guidance on visual impairment to individuals with vision loss or blindness and other stakeholders.
•  Knowledge of eye diseases and their functional implications.
•  Knowledge and skills to operate office equipment, computers (log in, save and retrieve files, create documents, e-mail, internet, etc.), and computer programs (Microsoft: Excel, Word, Office).

Well-qualified candidates will also have:
•  Bachelors degree or higher in Rehabilitation Teaching, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, or similar degrees.
•  Certified as an orientation and mobility specialist, vision rehabilitation therapist or low vision therapist by a nationally recognized entity in blindness personnel preparation.
•  Experience assessing individuals who are blind or visually impaired to determine their independent living needs.
•  Experience providing vision rehabilitation/independent living skills training to individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
How To Apply:
To apply for this position, click “Log In” to access your existing account or to create a new account if you do not already have an account in the system. After you have logged in, click “Apply Now.” You will be asked to provide your personal information. Attach your current resume (in a Word or PDF compatible format) and cover letter. To be considered for this position applicants must complete the online process. Failure to submit all required materials will result in an incomplete application and ineligibility for this positions Application materials will not be accepted if received in an incompatible format, an email, as a hard copy or a fax.
Candidates that are deemed eligible will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the HR Specialist on this announcement.
Veterans with at least a 30% service-connected disability rating should contact the HR Specialist listed in this posting as you may be eligible for consideration under the non-competitive appointment process.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or former employees as a reinstatement) must complete the application process to apply.
Please note: Important communication regarding this recruitment will be sent via email.

https://wisc.jobs/public/job_view.asp?annoid=90634&jobid=90148&org=435&class=49102&index=true
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