[Trainer-Talk] Assistive technology Instructor Position in Louisville, KY

[Gatton, Tonia (OFB-LV)]

Below is information pertaining to the vacancy posting for the VR Program Specialist II position at the McDowell Center in Louisville.  This is the AT Instructor position which was left vacant by the retirement of my coworker last month. Please feel free to pass this along to any interested individuals, The posting ends on April 29th, therefore it is crucial 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.

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Auto req ID

53731BR

Job Title :

8936 VOC REHAB PROGRAM SPECIALIST II

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.

Agency :

51 - Educ. & Workforce Development Cab.

Department/Division/Branch/Address :

Department of Workforce Investment
Office for the Blind
8412 Westport Rd
Louisville KY 40242

Location :

Jefferson County

Agency Contact :

Jennifer Wright

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

Salary Range:

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

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

The Office for the Blind provides opportunities for competitive employment for consumers who are blind or who have visual impairments.

This position reviews and evaluates medical, psychological and vocational reporting information to determine the need for specialized vocational rehabilitation services for consumers who are blind or have visual impairments so those consumers can enter into and retain gainful employment.

This position assesses the need for rehabilitation technology and provides instruction in the area of assistive technology and computer training for consumers who are blind or have visual impairments. This position makes recommendations for assistive technology and devices to meet the needs of consumers who are blind or have visual impairments and develops on-the-job training sites for consumers to gain work experience.

This position also consults with co-workers and management in the development, coordination, implementation and monitoring of individual employment plans for consumers.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Group :

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

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.

Typical Working Conditions and Unique Physical Requirements :

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 :

04/20/2017

Post Ending Date :

04/29/2017





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>