[rehab] FW: Postion Posting

Wed Apr 8 17:36:09 UTC 2015

Hi,

This is an excellent paying job coordinating services to transition age
students in Minnesota.  Please move rapidly as the closing date is next
week.  A hint about how to apply: look at the job posting closely and
design your resume so you use words and phrases, preferably exact ones,
from the job posting in your resume.  Don’t lie, of course.  You are more
likely to be interviewed if your resume looks like the job posting.  This
information was provided to us by State Services for the Blind, which
conducted a seminar at our state semiannual convention.

Dick Davis, Chair

NFB Employment Committee

*From:* Pankow, Carol (DEED) [mailto:Carol.Pankow at state.mn.us]
*Sent:* Wednesday, April 08, 2015 12:06 PM
*To:* Betty Jean Kauffman; Christle, Angela (DEED); Emily Zitek; Gloria
LaFriniere; Jennifer Dunnam; Ken Rodgers; Oien, Kristin (MDE); Marlene
Moulton Janssen; Michael O'Day; Michelle Dornan-Vickery; Pankow, Carol
(DEED); Patricia McGee; Rachel Magario; Robert Hobson; Rochelle Roehrich;
Scott Eggen; Steve Jacobson
*Cc:* ddavis at blindinc.org
*Subject:* Postion Posting

*Greetings All,*

*Our new transition specialist position is now posted. I have included the
link and the listing. Please share.*

*https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting/53a4fc1e30346f039e74798df445ee49/View
<https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting/53a4fc1e30346f039e74798df445ee49/View>*

*REHAB PROGRAM SPECIALIST 2 *

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

*Date Posted:*

04/08/2015

*Closing Date:*

04/17/2015

*Hiring Agency:*

Employment & Econ Development Dept

*Division/Bureau:*

State Services for the Blind

*Location:*

St. Paul

*Who May Apply:*

*Open to all qualified job seekers*

*Posting Number:*

15DEED000058

*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:*

Employment

*Classified Status:*

Classified

*Job Description:*

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.

Traveling is part of the job, as the incumbent will be visiting schools and
workforce centers throughout the state.

*Minimum Qualifications:*

3 years of professional experience working with transition age 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 . Please indicate what
assistance is needed.

*Contact for More Information:*

Sue Zeches, sue.zeches at state.mn.us.

*Carol N Pankow*

Director

*Department of Employment and Economic Development*

*State Services for the Blind*

2200 University Avenue, Suite 240, St. Paul, MN  55114

Direct: 651-539-2272

http://mn.gov/deed

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