[rehab] FW: OFB Vacancy Posting for VR Program Specialist II - McDowell Center

[Gatton, Tonia (OFB-LV)]

Tonia Gatton
Assistive Technology Specialist
Kentucky career Center
KY Office for the Blind
Charles W. McDowell Center
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242
(502) 429-4460 ext. 268
(502) 429-7101
tonia.gatton at ky.gov<mailto:tonia.gatton at ky.gov>

From: Wright, Jennifer (OFB-FK)
Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2018 10:57 AM
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Subject: OFB Vacancy Posting for VR Program Specialist II - McDowell Center

Below is information pertaining to the vacancy posting for the newly created Voc Rehab Program Specialist II position at the McDowell Center which will create work experience opportunities for consumers.
Please feel free to pass this along to any individuals you think may be interested. The posting ends on June 1, therefore it is important that anyone interested submit their application online through the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet website by that date.  A link is provided below to apply for state government positions. It provides additional information on completing the online application process.

https://careers.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx

Jefferson County
VOC REHAB PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
61754BR
51 - Educ. & Workforce Development Cab.
Pay Grade 13 (MIN-MID) $32,042.40 - $42,656.40 yearly at 37.5 hour work week OR $34,178.64 - $45,500.16 yearly at 40 hour work week
Characteristics of the Job :
Performs independent professional vocational rehabilitation functions such as vocational or technology assessments, rehabilitation technology, job development and job placement, supported employment, vocational evaluation, rehabilitation instruction, basic public relations and/or marketing functions in a rehabilitation program; and performs other duties as required.
Minimum Requirement - 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 - Experience :
Must have two years of professional experience in vocational rehabilitation, vocational assessment, employer relations or rehabilitation technology.
Substitution Clause :
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: A bachelor's degree in one of the above areas plus two years of professional experience in vocational rehabilitation, vocational assessment, employer relations or rehabilitation technology will substitute for the required master's degree.
Special Requirements :
NONE.
Department/Division/Branch/Address :
Office for the Blind
8412 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40242
Agency Contact email and/or telephone number : 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
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.
Work Week :
37.5 hr/wk
Pay Grade :
13
Special Entrance Rate :
No
Probationary Period :
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months. For additional information refer to: http://www.lrc.ky.gov/kar/101/001/325.htm.
Description of Job Duties
This position will coordinate the provision of specific Work Experience training services to blind and visually impaired individuals. The duties of the position include arranging on-the-job training opportunities with potential employers and developing community-based opportunities for consumers to job shadow, have short-term exploratory job placement and have longer-term work experiences to increase the chance of gainful employment. This position will be responsible for matching consumer needs, skills and interests with available job placement opportunities. This position will also meet regularly with job site supervisors to ensure successful work experience placements and will resolve problems that may arise regarding an individual's placement.
Job Group :
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
Typical Working Conditions :
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 :
05/23/2018
Post Ending Date :06/01/2018


Jennifer Wright
Kentucky Career Center
Office for the Blind
275 East Main Street Mail Stop 2-EJ
Frankfort, KY 40621
Phone: (502) 782-3407
Toll Free (800) 321-6668
Fax: (502) 564-6745

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