[rehab] Instructor for the Blind, Senior, Idaho Division of Human Resources job announcement # 09470072870

[Nightingale, Noel]

Link:
https://labor.idaho.gov/DHR/ATS/StateJobs/jobannouncement.aspx?announcement_no=09470072870

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Instructor for the Blind, Senior

Comm for the Blind & Visually Impaired

Open for Recruitment: September 18, 2015 - October 2, 2015
Announcement # 09470072870
Salary Range: $18.15 per hour -Plus Competitive Benefits!

Location(s): Boise



This position is responsible for teaching activities of daily living. Preferred candidates will have knowledge or experience in this field.

May travel within an assigned area of the State up to 90% of work time.

Responsibilities:
*Determines individuals' training needs and plans instructional activities; assesses individuals' needs and capabilities and determines appropriate instructional methods; recommends low vision aids and instructs in their use; instructs individuals in alternative techniques; evaluates individuals' progress and behavior and prepares reports; consults with other instructors on course development and individuals' progress; coordinates educational goals with counselors; provides material including career planning, job placement, and blindness issues for the public and blind persons.
*Counsels clients in adjusting to blindness with emphasis on self-reliance, independence and alternative living skills; counsels family members regarding blindness.
*Answers questions regarding blindness and agency services; gives presentations and conducts tours of the agency for school and community groups and other interested parties.
*Conducts rehabilitation assessment of independent living needs, administers functional assessments and provides recommendations to staff and clients.
*Conducts initial interview and completes applications; obtains diagnostic information for the development of a rehabilitation plan and carries out respective services of that plan.

Minimum Qualifications:
*Good knowledge of instructional methods
*Good knowledge of counseling techniques
*Good knowledge of problems associated with blindness and community resources available for the blind
*Experience: developing and implementing instruction and training programs; assessing individuals' learning capabilities and evaluating their progress
*Experience making oral presentations

The following are not required, but may increase your score on the examination:
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Professional experience with assistive or adaptive technology

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Professional work experience as a member of an interdisciplinary team in a rehabilitation or education program for individuals who are blind or visually impaired

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Good knowledge of alternative daily living techniques used by the blind or visually impaired


Examination:

Checklist. You will receive a score based on your responses.  All responses must be supported in the work history, resume, and/or education portion of your application.  You must receive a minimum rating of 63 to pass this examination.  Exam results are available immediately online when you complete and submit your exam.

To preview the exam, click on the "Preview Exam" link below (you will not be able to take the exam from this screen). If you wish to take the exam, click on any Apply Online button and follow the instructions provided.

To Apply:

Click on any Apply Online button and follow the instructions provided to complete the Application Checklist and Exam for this position.

When updating your online application information, please select:
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Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired under "Agencies"

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Full-time under "Job Type/Shift"

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Boise under "Cities"


When updating your online application information, you must complete all items in the Application Checklist (this includes: Personal Information, Education, Work History, Cities, Agencies and Job Type/Shift).  Without this information, your name cannot be referred to the hiring agency.





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OVERTIME NOTICE:
At the discretion of the appointing authority, compensatory time off may be provided in lieu of overtime cash compensation.

Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. If you need special accommodations to satisfy testing requirements, please contact the Division of Human Resources.