[rehab] FW: [Nfbmn-news] Another One Fwd: SSB Job Announcement

Thu Apr 10 18:19:35 UTC 2014

Another good Minnesota job.
Dick Davis

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From: "Fischer, Samantha  (DEED)" <Samantha.Fischer at state.mn.us>
Date: Thu, 10 Apr 2014 17:36:16 +0000
Subject: SSB Job Announcement

Hello Everyone,

Below is another job posting that has been posted to The State of
Minnesota's website.  Please feel free to submit your resume or forward
onto someone who may be qualified for this position but has not been
included in the email list.  We want the broadest distribution we can get.
Interested applicants may find this posting (enter 14DEED000074 in the
"Posting Number" box) on the state's website which begins on this page:
https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting Follow instructions on how
to apply for jobs.

STATE PROG ADMIN , Blind/Senior Services $ 17.24-$ 24.94 hourly, $
35,997-$ 52,075 annually Date Posted:

04/10/2014

Closing Date:

04/16/2014

Hiring Agency:

Employment & Econ Development Dept

Location:

St. Paul

Who May Apply:

Open to all qualified job seekers

Posting Number:

14DEED000074

Employment Conditions:

Permanent, Full-time

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Days of Work:

Monday-Friday , 08:00 AM-04:30 PM

Travel Required:

yes

Job Grouping:

General Administration

Classified Status:

Classified

What's Great About This Job:

Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB) has been serving blind,
visually impaired and DeafBlind Minnesotans since 1923. It does so with a
staff of 110 dedicated personnel, over 650 skilled volunteers, an active
State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and a host of community
partners. Each year SSB assists thousands in leading full, active and
productive lives. Come be part of a great organization in a great state.

Job Description:

1. Responsible to provide individual and group instruction to Senior
Services Unit (SSU) customers in the use of assistive and adaptive
technology, including instruction in various electronic equipment and
other assistive technologies as they emerge.

2. To conduct assistive technology assessments and develop cost effective,
timely recommendations to SSB customers, direct service staff,
community-based organizations serving seniors and other interested parties
so that cost effective, compatible applications technology and assistive
technologies are utilized to achieve personal independence.

3. To provide technical support, troubleshooting, fixes, set-up assistance
and follow-up assistance to customers on the use of computer
technologies/information systems and assistive technologies utilized to
access these systems so that customers are able to maintain their
independence.

4. Monitor new developments in assistance technology, web development, new
trends in information systems technology and their mutual compatibility.
Communicate any new developments to SSU staff and leadership.

Traveling is part of the job, mostly in the 9 county metro area, but
incumbent will also need to travel sometimes to other parts of the state.

Minimum Qualifications:

Please review your current resume to ensure it clearly describes your
education, experience and skills. Failure to provide sufficient detail may
result in your resume not being considered.

Two years professional or para-professional experience performing
rehabilitation services in an organization (public or private) whose
mission includes the provision of services to persons who are injured or
disabled so that an understanding and sensitivity toward people with
disabilities has been obtained OR a Bachelor's degree in a Counseling or
Health related field OR an equivalent combination of post-secondary
training, education and/or experience.

Candidates need to demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities in the
following areas:
Ability to read and comprehend information (e.g. program manuals and
procedures, laws, rules and regulations).
Ability to write memos and case notes sufficient to provide clear and
concise information.
Oral communications ability sufficient to provide program information and
explain program rules and procedures.
Human relations ability sufficient to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with co-workers, external customers and clientele.
Ability to express compassion and hope to visually impaired senior
customers.
Computer skills demonstrating basic proficiency with entering data and
case noting.
Ability to work independently and make on the spot decisions.
Ability to gather facts, analyze information/situation and recommend
solutions to problems with limited scope and complexity.
Ability to schedule and manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with persons with visual impairments.
Ability to collect and analyze information.
Ability working with seniors.
Knowledge of vision issues.

Selection Process:

The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process.
Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the
Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required
skills for this position, the department may contact you.

Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may
include a review of documentation related to job performance. It includes
contact with the applicant's former employers.

A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on those positions that have
access to confidential information and/or private data, handle financial
transactions, or enter the homes of our clients. Please note that a
Criminal History Check will be conducted on all finalists for this
position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from
consideration for employment.

When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned
or leased vehicle, a driver's license and record check will be conducted.

How to Apply:

Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based screening process.
You will be contacted by agency staff if your background best matches the
selection criteria on this job posting. To apply for this position, click
the APPLY box found at the bottom of this job announcement. For additional
information about the State's selection process, go to
<http://www.careers.state.mn.us/job-tip>.

Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an accommodation
should contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development?s
Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity, in advance, so any necessary
arrangements can be made. To request an accommodation, email
DEED.ODEO at state.mn.us; or call 651-259-7094 (MN Relay 711 or MN Relay
1-800-627-3529).

Contact for More Information:

Sue Zeches, 651/259-7107/sue.zeches at state.mn.us.

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