[rehab] FW: OFB Vacancy Re-Posting for Voc Rehab Specialist-Certified - O&M Instructor at the McDowell Center

[Gatton, Tonia (OFB-LV)]

Below is information pertaining to the vacancy re-posting for the Voc Rehab Specialist - Certified position (O&M Instructor) at the McDowell Center.  Please feel free to pass this along to any interested individuals.  The posting ends on January 16th, therefore it is crucial that anyone interested submit their application online through the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet website before that date.  A link is provided below to apply for state government positions. It provides additional information on completing the online application process.

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Auto req ID

37050BR

Job Title :

8937 VOC REHAB SPECIALIST - CERTIFIED

Minimum Requirement - Primary Education :

Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in rehabilitation, rehabilitation teaching or therapy, guidance and/or counseling, psychology, sociology, orientation and mobility, social work, special education, education with emphasis in vocational counseling or a related field.

Minimum Requirement - Primary Experience :

See Special Requirements

Education Substitution :

None

Experience Substitution :

None

Special Requirements :

Must hold at least one certification listed below. For additional information relating to certifications refer to web link.

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O&M) or
Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE)
Rehabilitation Engineer Technologist (RET)
Certified Rehabilitation Drivers Specialist (CRDS)
Association of Education and Rehabilitation of Blind and Visually Impaired (AER)
National Library Service Braille Competency Certification www.ioc.gov/nls/bds.html<http://www.ioc.gov/nls/bds.html>
Certified Work Adjustment Vocational Evaluation Specialist (CWAVES)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Click here for more information.<http://www.lrc.state.ky.us/krs/335-00/100.pdf>

Post Employment Requirements :

Must maintain certification held upon entrance into this classification for the length of employment as a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist-Certified. Certification areas are:

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) www.crccertification.com<http://www.crccertification.com>
Orientation and Mobility Specialist (O&M) www.acvrep.org<http://www.acvrep.org> or www.aerbvi.org<http://www.aerbvi.org>
Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE) www.ccwaves.org<http://www.ccwaves.org>
Rehabilitation Engineer Technologist (RET) www.resna.org<http://www.resna.org>
Certified Rehabilitation Drivers Specialist (CRDS) www.aded.net<http://www.aded.net>
Association of Education and Rehabilitation of Blind and Visually Impaired (AER) www.acvrep.org<http://www.acvrep.org>
National Library Service Braille Competency Certification www.ioc.gov/nls/bds.html<http://www.ioc.gov/nls/bds.html>
Certified Work Adjustment Vocational Evaluation Specialist (CWAVES) www.ccwaves.org<http://www.ccwaves.org>
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) www.lrc.state.ky.us/krs/335-00/100.pdf<http://www.lrc.state.ky.us/krs/335-00/100.pdf>

Agency :

51 - Educ. & Workforce Development Cab.

Department/Division/Branch/Address :

Department for the Blind
Charles McDowell Center
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242

Location :

Jefferson County

Agency Contact :

JenniferN.Wright at ky.gov<mailto:JenniferN.Wright at ky.gov>

# of Vacancies :

1

Position Type :

Full-time Merit (18A)

Work Schedule :

1st Shift

Vacancy Type :

Competitive - Open To All Candidates

Work Week :

37.5 hr/wk

FLSA Designation

NON-EXEMPT - The position(s) is/are not exempt from FLSA requirements for time and a half overtime compensation. The employee(s) will earn time and a half for time worked in excess of 40 hours per work week.

Pay Grade :

14

Salary Range:

Pay Grade 14 (MIN-MID) $35,246.40 - $46,690.80 yearly at 37.5 hour work week

Special Entrance Rate :

No

Description of Job Duties

Serves as a team leader in the certified field of expertise, Orientation and Mobility (O & M) and is responsible for the direction, oversight and meeting the training objectives of and blind and visually impaired consumers and the rehabilitation program. Evaluates and trains blind and visually impaired consumers in other specialized services such as sight guide, residential and business travel, and other services that can lead to obtaining employment/independence. Modifies, enhances, and fabricates rehabilitation technology devices to meet individual needs of persons with significant disabilities. Develops specialized training plans, provides consumers and employers with information on accessibility, reasonable accommodation, disability awareness and etiquette, and ADA information training. Interprets and explains state and federal rules and regulations and agency policies. Performs other duties as assigned.

Group :

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

Characteristics of the Class :

As a Certified rehabilitation specialist, provides expert services to persons with disabilities in the development, coordination, instruction, implementation and monitoring of specialized vocational rehabilitation services, programs and/or activities, such as orientation and mobility, assistive technology, rehabilitation technology, job placement and development, supported employment etc. Serves as team leader in Certified field of expertise and is responsible for direction, oversight and for meeting the training objectives of the consumer and the rehabilitation program; and other duties as required.

Typical Working Conditions and Unique Physical Requirements :

Work is performed primarily in an office setting. Occasional travel will be required to coordinate services between customers and the agency.

Additional Requirements :

Upon appointment, employees in this class may be required to maintain a valid driver's license and required to drive a licensed vehicle. This status may be necessary for the length of time in this class. If this is necessary it will be listed in the specific position description for that position. Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. Applicants and employees in positions which perform job duties that may require contact with offenders in the custody or supervision of the Department of Corrections or with youth in the care, custody, or supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice must meet qualifications pursuant to the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act, 28 C.F.R.115.17 and 115.317.

Post Date :

1/07/2015

Post Ending Date :

1/16/2015