Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Company Overview:

The Spokane Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Program is a culturally appropriate service provider for Native Americans with disabilities living in our region. Our mission is to provide job training opportunities, assistive technology services, and job placement services to eligible individuals.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist to join our team. This individual will be responsible for providing vocational rehabilitation services to Native Americans with disabilities, including assessing client eligibility, developing individualized plans for employment, and coordinating VR services.

About the Role:

• Manage a caseload of up to 50 clients, providing VR counseling, developing IPEs, and arranging VR services.
• Conduct intake interviews, coordinate medical, psychological, social, educational, vocational, and financial information to determine eligibility.
• Maintain relationships with secondary school staff and provide school-to-work transition services to eligible high school students.
• Assess impacts on clients other related services, such as Social Security Disability Insurance, Temporary Aid for Needy Families, General Assistance, etc.
• Manage expenditures within an allotment of case service funds.
• Efficiently keep electronic and hard-copy client records.
• Other duties as assigned, including public event coordination, leading group workshops and trainings, and providing backup for other case managers.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in social work, behavioral health, psychology, disability studies, rehabilitation, or related field.
• Two years of relevant experience, such as paid or volunteer experience with people living with disabilities, case management, etc.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background checks as required by the Spokane Tribe of Indians.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Salary: The estimated salary for this role is $52,000 - $65,000 per year, based on national averages and considering the location and industry. This figure may vary depending on qualifications and experience.