[Tall-Corn] Courtesy Copy: Job Posting - Independent Living Services Specialist for the Blind 2
Janice Eggers
Janice.Eggers at blind.state.ia.us
Fri Nov 20 21:37:14 UTC 2020
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Independent Living Services Specialist for the Blind 2<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2916100/services-specialist-for-the-blind-2?department%5B0%5D=131+Iowa+Department+for+the+Blind&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery>
Salary: $46,342.40 - $70,387.20 Annually
Location: Northwest and North Central Iowa - approximately 22 counties; could potentially vary depending on program needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Agency: 131 Iowa Department for the Blind
Job Number: 21-01299
Closing: December 2, 2020 at 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag: #LI-DNP
Point of Contact: Kimberley Barber at kim.barber at blind.state.ia.us<mailto:kim.barber at blind.state.ia.us>
Job Description:
This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department for the Blind.
The Iowa Department for the Blind is looking to fill a Services Specialist for the Blind 2 to assist the state.
The successful candidate will:
* Reviews all assigned electronic IL applications provided by Intake Specialist (IS).
* Schedules IL application interview with applicants and where applicable with legal guardian within policy timeframe.
* At the time of the application interview; update IL application data and information as needed.
* If assigned, may be asked to complete the entire IL application when applicant is unable to start the application process by phone.
* Ensure eye reports are available to determine eligibility within program policy time frames. If additional medical records are critical to planning services, obtain proper releases to make the request.
* Documents each service visit in electronic case management system (CMS); then add documents to paper files.
* Inform applicants of their eligibility determination status, present right to appeal information,
* Iowa Client Assistance Program and other available resources where applicable.
* Make referrals to other service agencies as appropriate or needed.
* Must be able to follow and implement Federal, State administrative rules, and program policy and procedures to ensure program remains in compliance.
* Travel across Iowa in all weather conditions to meet with applicants and/or clients in homes or other locations to share information about agency, philosophy, programs, and services offered.
* Meetings may be scheduled after normal business hours and overnight stays are required.
Complete Skills Assessment and Develop/Implement IL Rehabilitation Plan/Authorizations:
* Work jointly with IL clients to assess and document independent living non-visual skills training needs, interest, and commitments while also prioritizing and recommending IL non-visual skills training service needs.
* Where applicable and assigned, follow VR process to provide VR rehabilitation skills assessment and rehab skills teaching in the field. Discuss findings with respective VR counselor and VR client as well as make recommendations regarding non-visual skills training service needs.
* Discuss and document training plan options including formal Independent Living Rehabilitation Plans and IL Waiver Plans.
* Develop and document IL rehabilitation plan with IL clients using a Specific, Measurable,
* Achievable, Realistic, and Timely (S.M.A.R.T.) Goal approach.
* Work with IL clients to establish a timeframe for a plan completion and a plan review.
* Prepare timely case documentation for electronic and paper file systems in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
* Submit new and any amended IL rehabilitation plan(s) to supervisor for review and approval before implementation.
* Partner with IL client(s) to plan and determine who is responsible for any potential related training costs should there be any. Within program policy, in a timely fashion, accurately and timely recommend and document all expenditures as well as authorizes related to program training expenditures within the case management system for a supervisor review and decision.
* Review with the IL client the process of how they may make changes to their IL plan if needed, schedule new plan reviews to amended plans, and re-review Iowa Client Assistant Program material when amending a plan.
Provide Direct IL Skills Training/Case Management Services/Closure Services:
Deliver direct core IL rehabilitation non-visual skills training services as identified through a completed IL skills assessment and approved IL plan. The IL program is results-driven so at the conclusion of training; IL clients should be able to report feeling more self-confidence in maintaining their independent living situation. Services provided that may help lead to this end result, in any combination, might include:
* Adjustment to blindness counseling services.
* Direct non-visual skills training services such as Braille instruction, orientation and
* mobility/travel with long white cane, using assistive technology devices or services, home and
* personal management, communications, daily living, and integration.
* Individual and/or group advocacy training; or direct advocacy services for IL clients who are
* unable to effectively self-communicate or self-advocate.
* Other support services such as learning how to access transportation, readers, interpreters, etc.
Information and referral to other service providers which might include but is not limited to:
* The Iowa Department for the Blind Library service;
* The Iowa Department for the Blind’s Vocational Rehabilitation Program Services;
* The Iowa Reading Radio Information Service (IRIS);
* The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa (NFBI) Newsline;
* Hadley School for the Blind;
* Iowa Blind Consumer Groups;
* Local Blind and/or Low Vision Support Groups in Iowa;
* Veteran’s Support Groups;
* Area Agencies on Aging (AAA);
* United Way (211 Helpline); or
* Use of other resource or sources when using a person-centered approach that will help facilitate the IL client’s independent living goal and training objectives.
Services provided that may help lead to this end result, in any combination, might include also:
* Responsible for case management including managing cases from inception through case closure.
* Responsible for paper and electronic cases.
* Scheduling and rescheduling appointments, make referrals as needed, and providing direct training services to those who are eligible for services.
* Authorizing for services under the client cases as necessary to facilitate disability-related skills training as outlined in the individual’s plan following program and agency policies.
* Submit request for inventory, including office supplies or disability-related aids, devices, and/or equipment to the Independent Living support staff as needed.
Models used to deliver services may include in any combination:
* Regional Cluster Model;
* Community-Based Training;
* Senior Integration; or
* Senior Orientation when Senior Integration is not available.
Outreach and Presentations:
* Represent IL program at Congressperson sponsored senior fairs, Veteran’s fairs, senior health fairs, community group meetings, consumer groups, support groups, agency sponsored events, speaking or in-service engagements, and/or other assigned public events.
* Assists senior housing, local senior centers, and other agencies serving more mature individuals who are blind to better understand blindness and increase awareness of agency services.
* Participate in various agency project teams including New Staff Training, Open House, Volunteer
* Workshop or other similar projects.
Documentation/Statistical Reporting:
* Develop and document weekly itineraries; prioritizing applicant and client work.
* Report all data and information accurately and timely within the electronic case management system as well as paper documents.
* Compile reports as requested by administration.
* Complete monthly bi-weekly time sheets and work reports accurately and timely.
* Submit travel vouchers timely and accurately.
* If assigned a State motor pool vehicle shall complete all required reports and turn them in timely and accurately as well as maintain the maintenance of the vehicle.
Essential Functions:
* Coordinate work with division team and cross-division teams.
* Receives and completes program or other program/agency applications as assigned.
* Obtain, analyze, and interpret eye and other medical reports.
* Determine applicant eligibility for program based on governing regulations, rules, and policies.
* Provide adjustment to blindness counseling and non-visual skills training instruction.
* Demonstrate assistive technology and/or independent living aids, devices, equipment, and/or supplies.
* Completes case management duties as well as case load duties accurately and on time in accordance with policy including closing all program cases timely and accurately.
* Conducts speaking engagements or in-services to large or small groups, radio engagements, or other venues to promote the agency.
* Communicates with individuals and groups, verbally and in writing, and using the English language.
* Move and transport items (e.g., assistive technology equipment) up to 20 pounds between office/domicile, vehicles, and site visits.
* Uses computer, iPhone, apps, copier, and fax
* Travels across Iowa in all types of weather; some meetings are scheduled after hours and require overnight stays.
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university and experience equal to one year of full-time professional or paraprofessional work in human service fields such as: social services; nursing; personnel; vocational rehabilitation; education; psychology; or intangible sales, interviewing, recruiting, and promotion; recreation, public information, volunteer service for public or private organizations, fund raising, or ministry in a recognized faith or denomination;
OR
graduation from an accredited college university with a major emphasis in library science or liberal arts and at least one year of library work experience;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting the equivalent of one year of full-time work experience (as listed above) for each year of the required education to a maximum substitution of four years
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