[Trainer-talk] SSB Job, Senior Services, St. Paul, Assistive Technology

[Andrews, David B (DEED)]

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Subject: SSB Job Announcement

Hello Everyone,

Below is another job posting that has been posted to The State of Minnesota's website.  Please feel free to submit your resume or forward onto someone who may be qualified for this position but has not been included in the email list.  We want the broadest distribution we can get. Interested applicants may find this posting (enter 14DEED000074 in the "Posting Number" box) on the state's website which begins on this page: https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting Follow instructions on how to apply for jobs.

STATE PROG ADMIN , Blind/Senior Services
$ 17.24-$ 24.94 hourly, $ 35,997-$ 52,075 annually
Date Posted:



04/10/2014

Closing Date:



04/16/2014

Hiring Agency:



Employment & Econ Development Dept

Location:



St. Paul

Who May Apply:



Open to all qualified job seekers

Posting Number:



14DEED000074

Employment Conditions:



Permanent, Full-time

Work Shift:



Day Shift

Days of Work:



Monday-Friday , 08:00 AM-04:30 PM

Travel Required:



Yes

Job Grouping:



General Administration

Classified Status:



Classified



What's Great About This Job:



Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB) has been serving blind, visually impaired and DeafBlind Minnesotans since 1923. It does so with a staff of 110 dedicated personnel, over 650 skilled volunteers, an active State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and a host of community partners. Each year SSB assists thousands in leading full, active and productive lives. Come be part of a great organization in a great state.

Job Description:



1. Responsible to provide individual and group instruction to Senior Services Unit (SSU) customers in the use of assistive and adaptive technology, including instruction in various electronic equipment and other assistive technologies as they emerge.

2. To conduct assistive technology assessments and develop cost effective, timely recommendations to SSB customers, direct service staff, community-based organizations serving seniors and other interested parties so that cost effective, compatible applications technology and assistive technologies are utilized to achieve personal independence.

3. To provide technical support, troubleshooting, fixes, set-up assistance and follow-up assistance to customers on the use of computer technologies/information systems and assistive technologies utilized to access these systems so that customers are able to maintain their independence.

4. Monitor new developments in assistance technology, web development, new trends in information systems technology and their mutual compatibility. Communicate any new developments to SSU staff and leadership.

Traveling is part of the job, mostly in the 9 county metro area, but incumbent will also need to travel sometimes to other parts of the state.

Minimum Qualifications:



Please review your current resume to ensure it clearly describes your education, experience and skills. Failure to provide sufficient detail may result in your resume not being considered.

Two years professional or para-professional experience performing rehabilitation services in an organization (public or private) whose mission includes the provision of services to persons who are injured or disabled so that an understanding and sensitivity toward people with disabilities has been obtained
OR a Bachelor's degree in a Counseling or Health related field
OR an equivalent combination of post-secondary training, education and/or experience.

Candidates need to demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:
Ability to read and comprehend information (e.g. program manuals and procedures, laws, rules and regulations).
Ability to write memos and case notes sufficient to provide clear and concise information.
Oral communications ability sufficient to provide program information and explain program rules and procedures.
Human relations ability sufficient to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, external customers and clientele. Ability to express compassion and hope to visually impaired senior customers.
Computer skills demonstrating basic proficiency with entering data and case noting.
Ability to work independently and make on the spot decisions.
Ability to gather facts, analyze information/situation and recommend solutions to problems with limited scope and complexity.
Ability to schedule and manage time effectively and meet deadlines.


Preferred Qualifications:



Experience working with persons with visual impairments.
Ability to collect and analyze information.
Ability working with seniors.
Knowledge of vision issues.

Selection Process:



The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you.

Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It includes contact with the applicant's former employers.

A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on those positions that have access to confidential information and/or private data, handle financial transactions, or enter the homes of our clients. Please note that a Criminal History Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license and record check will be conducted.

How to Apply:



Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based screening process. You will be contacted by agency staff if your background best matches the selection criteria on this job posting. To apply for this position, click the APPLY box found at the bottom of this job announcement. For additional information about the State's selection process, go to <http://www.careers.state.mn.us/job-tip>.

Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an accommodation should contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development?s Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity, in advance, so any necessary arrangements can be made. To request an accommodation, email DEED.ODEO at state.mn.us<mailto:DEED.ODEO at state.mn.us>; or call 651-259-7094 (MN Relay 711 or MN Relay 1-800-627-3529).

Contact for More Information:



Sue Zeches, 651/259-7107/sue.zeches at state.mn.us<mailto:651/259-7107/sue.zeches at state.mn.us>.