[Rehab] Job Opening- Employment Specialist, Utah Services for the Blind/VI

[Marla Palmer]

Title: Rehabilitation Program Specialist/Employment Specialist for the Blind
Job # 22069
Closes 12/09
Salary range- $20.25-33.92
Link to job/application: http://statejobs.utah.gov/jobseeker/

The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is seeking a *Rehabilitation
Program Specialist / Teacher of the Blind* to join the Utah State Office of
Rehabilitation (USOR) to work for the Division of Services for the Blind
and Visually Impaired (DSBVI) in our Salt Lake City office.

*Principal Duties*
The Rehabilitation Program Specialist performs the following tasks:

   - Teaches an employment readiness class.
   - Works with students one on one to help develop job readiness skills
   such as resume writing and interview skills.
   - Networks with employers.
   - Provides assistance and/or on-the-job training.
   - Documents progress of students.
   - Oversees the college track program.
   - Assists students through the application process for our college track
   program.
   - Oversees tutoring needs of students.
   - Substitutes for training and adjustment classes as needed.
   - Cross-trains with other staff to ensure quality services and
   substitutions are provided among staff when necessary.
   - Prepares monthly student reports and evaluations.
   - Attends blindness related trainings and conventions.
   - Coordinates and participates in monthly training center activities for
   students.
   - Organizes, leads, and/or participates in group discussions to promote
   self-confidence, self-reliance, and positive attitudes about blindness.
   - Attends staff meetings and client staffing as scheduled.

*Preferences*
Preference may be given to applicants who have:

   - A Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field. Fields to include,
   but are not limited to: vocational rehabilitation, vocational evaluation,
   psychology, sociology, social work, Teacher of the Visually Impaired, and
   recreational therapy.
   - Knowledge of techniques used in teaching the blind or visually
   impaired.

*The Ideal Applicant*
The model applicant for this position is someone who has:

   - Excellent organizational skills.
   - The ability to lead others.
   - Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
   - Sensitivity, accountability, objectivity and tactfulness.
   - A positive attitude and tolerance for stress.
   - The ability to assess, monitor and evaluate needs and progress in
   services.
   - Sensitivity to and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds and
   practices of individuals.
   - Proficiency in Microsoft office such as Word Outlook, and Excel.
   - Methods and techniques to deliver presentations or trainings.
   - Principles, theories and practices of vocational training.
   - Respect, tact and professionalism.


*Why You Should Join Our Team*
This is an opportunity to make a difference.  Along with the satisfaction
of helping individuals with disabilities you will receive great health and
retirement benefits.  Click here
<https://dhrm.utah.gov/benefits/compensation> to view a summary of the
benefits we offer.  We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend
more time with your family and have a positive work life balance.

*The Agency*
The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah's communities by
supporting the economic stability and quality of our workforce. Today, more
than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for
and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering
temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a
collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and
has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include
intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting
refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with
disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more
about Workforce Services, click here
<https://jobs.utah.gov/department/about.html>.



*Marla Palmer*
*Employment Specialist*
*Utah Services for the Blind & Visually Impaired (DSBVI) *
*P:* (801) 323-4391
*M:* (801) 707-0584
250 North 1950 West #B
Salt Lake City, Utah 84116-7902
usor.utah.gov/dsbvi <https://www.usor.utah.gov/dsbvi/apt>
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