[rehab] FW: [Jobs] Rehab Jobs in Georgia

Thu Dec 4 17:06:52 UTC 2008

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From: jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Anil Lewis NFBGA
Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 6:52 PM
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Subject: [Jobs] Rehab Jobs in Georgia

All:

Georgia is establishing a Unit for providing Blindness Rehabilitation
services.   Currently there are several jobs for VR Counselors for the
Blind, and Unit managers for Blindness services.  Please help me identify qualified individuals for these jobs.  Please circulate this information.  I have posted two of the job descriptions below, but you can find information on the others and the application information at:

http://www.dol.state.ga.us/Access/Service/GDOLJobSearch

Job Title: Rehabilitation Unit Manager

Application Deadline: 12/17/2008

Job Code: 14654

Pay Grade: 15

Position Number: 00084586

Entry Salary: $2,964.11 - $5,191.82 per month

Location of Vacancy: Blind Services - Metro-Atlanta Region

Duties & Responsibilities: Under limited supervision, manages a team of professional and para-professional rehabilitation providers who assist individuals who are blind or visually impaired prepare for or return to work in the Vocational Rehabilitation Blind Services Unit. Provides leadership, coaching, and information to the team in determining eligibility, appropriate services, and identification of expected employment outcomes.
Implements quality assurance standards in the team process. Supervises and participates in the development, marketing, and advocacy of services to both potential clients and employers. Administers budget and other activities of the unit. Working occasional evenings and weekends is required. Travel and use of your personal vehicle is required. This position will cover the Metro-Atlanta Region.

Entry Qualifications: Two years of experience as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor OR Bachelor s degree in a related area AND Two years of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program OR Master s degree AND One year of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program OR Related certification AND One year of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program

Preferred Qualifications:
Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) AND Three (3) years of professional experience as a Rehabilitation Counselor which includes one year of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program and two years of professional experience working in the field of blindness or related certification (COMS, CVRT, CLVT). OR Master s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling or Counseling related field (Counselor Education, School Guidance Counseling, Community Counseling, Counseling Psychology, etc.) AND Three (3) years of professional experience as a Rehabilitation Counselor which includes one year of supervisory experience in a human service delivery program and two years of professional experience working in the field of of blindness or related certification (COMS, CVRT, CLVT). Note: It is the requirement of the person filling this position to obtain/maintain Certification from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).

Vacancy Open To:

*	DOL employees eligible for promotion, transfer or demotion.
*	Current state employees who are eligible for promotion, transfer or
demotion.
*	Applicants from the general public.

Additional Information: PLEASE NOTE: Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, we are unable to provide information on your application status over the phone. Notifications will only be sent to applicants who are selected for an interview. Applications and transcripts must be received by the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on the deadline date to be considered for employment.

This position will be filled in the unclassified service.

Job Title: Cert. Counselor (Blind) Re-announcement

Application Deadline: 12/31/2008

Job Code: 14698

Pay Grade: 14

Position Number: 00081538

Entry Salary: $2,701.53 per month

Location of Vacancy: Vocational Rehabilitation - Region 12 - Savannah VR Unit

Duties & Responsibilities: The Certified Rehabilitation Counselor for the Blind provides job counseling and rehabilitative services to individuals who are blind or visually impaired in order to help them prepare for or return to employment. Duties include making eligibility determinations, authorizing and coordinating rehabilitation services and developing work plans, providing vocational counseling rehabilitative assessment and placement of individuals with disabilities. Also serves as a liaison and resource to employers and community organizations regarding opportunities and considerations related to hiring individuals with disabilities.

Entry Qualifications: Master s degree in education, counseling, rehabilitation counseling or a closely related field AND Two years of professional experience in social work, counseling or equivalent areas OR Bachelors degree and Two years of related experience OR One year at the
SSP061 level or position equivalent. Note: Successful completion of Internship will be deemed equivalent as two year's of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (applicants who meet this qualification, if selected, will be appointed at a pay grade 14) OR Eligibility for Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) Certification which requires a Master s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling or Counseling related field (Counselor Education, School Guidance Counseling, Community Counseling, Counseling Psychology, etc.) (applicants who meet this qualification, if selected, will be appointed to the Provisional Rehabilitation Counselor level at a pay grade 13) OR Interns who are within
12 weeks of graduation from a regionally accredited Master's Rehabilitation Counseling Program (applicants who meet this qualification, if selected, will be appointed to the Provisional Rehabilitation Counselor level at pay grade 13)AND One year of professional experience working in the field of blindness or related certification (COMS, CVRT, CLVT). Note: It is the requirement of the person filling this position to obtain/maintain Certification from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).

Vacancy Open To:

*	DOL employees eligible for promotion, transfer or demotion.
*	Current state employees who are eligible for promotion, transfer or
demotion.
*	Applicants from the general public.

Additional Information: This is a re-announcement of this vacancy.
Applicants that previously applied are still in consideration and need not re-apply. Interns will be required to show proof of graduation prior to beginning employment. All individuals must submit a transcript along with a State of Georgia Application for Employment which verifies their eligibility for CRC Certification. Individuals will be required to produce a certificate from CRC to verify certification. The ability to travel, experience using major software applications and experience with diverse populations are also required. This position is subject to a criminal records background investigation. NOTE: Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, we are unable to provide information on your application status over the telephone.

This position will be filled in the unclassified service.

Anil Lewis, President

National Federation of the Blind of Georgia

"Everyday People, Living Life Every Day"

315 West Ponce de Leon Avenue

Suite 1020

Decatur, Georgia 30030

(404) 371-1000 ext. 26

(404) 371-1002 (Fax)

(866) 316-3242 (Toll Free)

alewis at nfbga.org

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