[rehab] Vacancy Announcement -- VR Counselor Supervisor in New Mexico

[Salas, James, CFB]

Greetings, 

We are recruiting for a VR Counselor Supervisor position with the NM Commission for the Blind.  The position is in our Albuquerque office and the most relevant portions of the actual job posting are provided below.  

Although the closing date is listed as October 29, we plan to conduct an initial candidate screening on October 18, so we recommend that applicants get their applications submitted by October 17 if possible.  The position will be open until filled. 

To reach the job posting, 
1. Visit the following link to go directly to the posting: 
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newmexico/jobs/1548518/vocational-rehabilitation-counselor-supervisor-cfb-6233
Or 
2. Go to the NM State Personnel Website at 
www.spo.state.nm.us, click the link for View Job Opportunities And Apply, and enter the job title in the search field.

Note to screen reader users: Recent updates to this online application utility have made it very difficult to complete independently using screen reading technology.  Screen reader users who experience difficulty with the application utility should notify Ms. Andrea Rivera-Smith of the State Personnel Office @  (505) 695-5606 for assistance.  She can also confirm that your application (including uploaded transcripts, licenses, etc.) has been successfully received for consideration.  

Please forward this announcement to any individuals that you believe might be interested in a great job with our agency.  Interested individuals can contact either Ms. Daphne Mitchell, VR Program manager, or me me to discuss the position.  Ms. Mitchell can be reached at 505.383.2253 or at Daphne.Mitchell at state.nm.us. 

Thanks much.

Jim 

James L. Salas
Deputy Director for Vocational Rehabilitation Programs
NM Commission for the Blind
Phone 505.383.2251
James.Salas at state.nm.us
www.cfb.state.nm.us

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New Mexico Commission for the Blind
Vacancy Announcement
- Job Title: Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor 
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular - Permanent
- Closing Date: October 29, 2016, although we plan to conduct an initial candidate screening on October 18. 
- Pay Grade: 70
- Salary: The salary range for this position is $35,380 - $61,568 Annually ($17.01 - $29.60 hourly).  Offered salary will be based on education and experience.  
- Benefits: Full State of New Mexico benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, retirement, sick leave, annual leave, and ten holidays.
- Purpose of Position: To supervise the two newest vocational rehabilitation counselors  in the bureau, supervise any reader/driver staff assigned as a reasonable accommodation to those counselors, serve as the agency's coordinator for transition services, and carry a  specialized transition caseload.

Preference will be given to applicants with a Master's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Social Work, or Special Education, plus at least one year of experience in the field of Vocational Rehabilitation. 
- Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Vocational Rehabilitation,  Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Social Work and/or Special Education with no  experience required.
-- If you have indicated in your application that you have an education higher than a high school diploma or GED, you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcript to the application. Your application WILL NOT be considered for further review if you have failed to provide this information.
- Working Conditions: 
-- Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage.  Regularly works with individuals with secondary disabilities, some of which resulting in challenging behaviors.  Occasionally exposed to service animals.  Travel is required throughout New Mexico, including regular overnight travel.
- Default FLSA Status: Exempt
- Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
- Agency Contact Information: Ms. Kelly Quintana, (505) 476.4456
- There are also approximately ten questions addressing education, experience, and specialized qualifications in the online application. 
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