[rehab] FW: WDU Transition Coordinator Position Posting St. Paul, MN

[Andrews, David B (DEED)]

The official external posting will be made available on the State of Minnesota Careers website tomorrow, April 8th, at http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/ . It will be closing on April 17th.  Below is the posting as it will appear.


Date Posted:

04/08/2015

Closing Date:

04/17/2015

Job Classification:

REHAB PROGRAM SPECIALIST 2

Hiring Agency:

Employment & Econ Development Dept

Division/Bureau:

Vocational Rehab Services

Location:

St. Paul

Salary Range:

$ 22.39 - $ 32.95 hourly, $ 46,750 - $ 68,800 annually

Who May Apply:

Open to all qualified job seekers.

Posting Number:

15DEED000058




Work Shift:

Day Shift

Travel Required:

yes

Days of Work:

Monday-Friday , 8:00 am-4:30 pm

Employment Condition:

Permanent, Full-time

Classified Status:

Classified





Job Duties:

This position will design, implement, and coordinate innovative and engaging placement and outreach efforts for blind, visually impaired, and DeafBlind transition students across Minnesota. In coordination with State Services for the Blind's (SSB) transition and placement teams, this position is responsible for the comprehensive planning, development, and evaluation of the transition program and related services to transform how SSB currently serves this customer base.

Job duties include:

1. Develop and implement an internal transition program that provides job readiness and work opportunities for transition students.

2. Provide statewide outreach and information to transition students and their families, as well as employers and external stakeholders.

3. Provide subject matter expertise, training, and guidance regarding the provision of employment services to transition students, especially in regards to state and federal employment and education laws.

4. Provide overall program evaluation of transition-related activities through the development, implementation, and evaluation of goals and objectives to ensure performance indicators identified in WIOA are met.

Minimum Qualifications:

3 years of professional experience related to working with transition-aged youth.

AND
A Bachelor's Degree in Human/Social Service related field (i.e. Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychology, Special Education

In the Job Specific Question Section of Resume Builder, please elaborate on the following qualifications:

1. Experience in the design, development and delivery of youth or job placement training programs.

2. Knowledge of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the responsibilities of the public schools under this Act.

3. Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (WIOA) as it applies to placement and transition.

4. Skill in developing and sustaining a positive, effective relationship with students and their families.

5. Skill in clear, thorough, and effective verbal and written communication.

6. Knowledge of job search and job placement strategies for individuals with a disability.

Please review your current resume to ensure it adequately describes your knowledge and experience in the areas listed above. Failure to provide sufficient detail in these areas may result in your resume not being considered.



Preferred Qualifications:

Skill in working with employers to facilitate job shadowing, internships, and paid work opportunities.

Knowledge of the cultural issues related to serving the diverse population represented in Minnesota, including individuals who are blind, have low vision, and or DeafBlind.

Skill in effective presentation and group facilitation.

Selection Process:

The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Your resume will be entered into a database. 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 History Check will be conducted on those positions that have access to confidential information and/or private data, handle financial transactions, or enter homes of our clients. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

In addition, when the position requires the applicant to drive a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license history 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.mn.gov/mmb/careers/>.

The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at 651-259-7089 or Karen.Lilledahl at state.mn.us<mailto:Karen.Lilledahl at state.mn.us> . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

Contact for more info:

Sue Zeches , sue.zeches at state.mn.us<mailto:sue.zeches at state.mn.us>

Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer
This information can be made available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling (651) 259.3637 or (651) 282-2699 (TTY).

Lindsey Hanson, MS, CRC, CVE | Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor
State Services for the Blind
Department of Employment and Economic Development
2200 University Ave., W.  #240  St. Paul, MN 55114
Ph: 651-539-2340      Fax: 651-639-2340
Lindsey.Hanson at state.mn.us<mailto:Lindsey.Hanson at state.mn.us>
Toll Free: 1-800-652-9000
http://www.mnssb.org<http://www.mnssb.org/>

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