Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist II

4 weeks ago


Baltimore, Maryland, United States State of Maryland - MSDE - DORS - Ofc Blind & Vision Svcs Full time

Introduction

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The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our Divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland. As part of the Maryland State Department of Education, the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) provides services to assist students with disabilities prepare for the work world, vocational rehabilitation services to assist adults with significant disabilities who are seeking to enter or reenter the workforce, and the adjudication of Social Security disability claims for the citizens of Maryland.\r

GRADE

ASTD15\r

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSDE Division of Rehabilitation Services\r
Office for Blindness & Vision Services\r
2301 Argonne Drive\r
Baltimore, MD 21218\r

POSITION DUTIES

The Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Specialist provides services to increase employment and advancement opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Specialist assists consumers so that they may maintain, prepare for and obtain gainful employment consistent with their interest, skills, capacities, strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, and informed choices. The Specialist position ensures the application of federal and state regulations and Division policy, completes initial interviews, determines applicant eligibility for services, determines the nature and scope of services necessary to address disability barriers, addresses employment readiness, and ensures identified services are provided and/or coordinated with various partners. VR Specialist who are assigned teaching positions provide Independent Living Rehabilitation Teaching Services and Job Preparation training for persons with vision loss and blindness.\r

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree. \r
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Experience: Two years of professional experience in a behavioral or social science-related field or one year of professional experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist I providing rehabilitation counseling or vocational evaluation services to clients with physical or behavioral disabilities, or teaching services to clients with partial or total visual impairment. \r
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Note: A master's degree and one year of experience in a behavioral or social science-related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience.\r

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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Experience providing case management.\r
Experience�providing direct client or coordination\r
services in a vocational rehabilitation or other human services related field.�\r
Professional experience working with individuals who are\r
blind or vision impaired with disabilities.\r
Experience Instructing individuals who are blind/visually\r
impaired.�\r
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must consent to State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.\r

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.�It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online�application for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate that�the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If the applicant is unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained�from the link below and be faxed to or mailed to DORS Human Resources Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD If there is a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with�your paper application, if you are unable to apply online.\r
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All application materials must be received in our office by the closing�date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to be�considered including all related job duties, even if those are also listed�on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with�the online application, submitted to the fax number, or mailed to the�address listed.\r
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Inquiries can be made to , TDD Appropriate�accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.\r
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If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions�about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of�Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at� TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.\r
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Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and�Control Act, and travel throughout the State are required. Any�misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position�may result in non-selection or termination of employment.\r
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As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting,�retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's�diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged�to apply.\r
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