Vocational Rehabilitation Spec

Overview

Vocational Rehabilitation Spec – State of Oklahoma

Basic Purpose : Positions in this job family perform complex professional work in program consultation and monitoring; guidance and counseling; client training; and specialized job placement for vocational rehabilitation of individuals with physical or mental disabilities, blindness or visual impairments. Responsibilities include evaluating client work capacities, providing assistive technology services, and administering tests to determine vocational aptitudes, interests, abilities, and potential of clients.

Typical Functions

• Provide services to clients in meeting problems of personal, social, and vocational adjustment.
• Interpret and analyze applicants' physical / mental condition, social / economic situation, attitudes and aptitudes, work experiences, educational background and personality traits to determine disability and rehabilitation possibilities.
• Consult with physicians, psychologists and other disability professionals; administer and interpret psychological tests; determine eligibility for rehabilitation services; assist in formulating rehabilitation plans.
• Plan and arrange for rehabilitation services; approve expenditures within limits.
• Consult with employers to establish job opportunities; aid clients in securing employment; monitor progress.
• Provide program monitoring and consultation; maintain case records and control expenditures.
• Advise employers on guidelines for accommodating people with disabilities under the ADA and related laws and procedures.
• Administer and develop work samples and situational assessments.
• Review medical / psychological / educational information to determine needs for additional diagnostic information.
• Prepare vocational evaluation plans; serve as consultant to Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors.
• Orient clients to evaluation process; administer and interpret results; develop goals and services; observe behaviors relevant to work; recommend goals and services.
• Teach basic vocational skills; lead groups; develop job samples to determine learning ability and tolerances.
• Assist individuals with disabilities in selecting / using assistive technology.
• Prepare vocational evaluation reports detailing findings and implications.

Education And Experience

Level I : Bachelor's degree in vocational rehabilitation, vocational evaluation, or counseling; OR bachelor's degree plus one year in a disability-related field.

Level II : Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or related field; or applicable master's degree with licensure / certification eligibility (CRC, LPC, CVE, PVE, LBP, LFMT, School Counselor, or Education Certification in Special Education).

Level III : Master's degree as above plus two years of professional experience in counseling, job placement, vocational evaluation or rehabilitation.

Level IV : Master's degree as above plus four years of professional experience; note : experience must reflect major responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

Level I : Knowledge of disabilities, case management, job placement practices; ability to communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, and operate office equipment.

Level II : Knowledge of vocational counseling / evaluation techniques, assistive technology needs, relevant laws (ADA, Rehabilitation Act); ability to administer tests, analyze data, develop placement plans, and collaborate with community.

Level III : Similar to Level II with added ability to provide consultation to others.

Level IV : Includes project management and ability to train / guidance others in addition to core competencies.

Special Requirements

Some positions may require proficiency in American Sign Language. Applicants must be willing and able to travel for job-related duties.

Additional Job Description

Position may be filled at Level I, II, III, or IV. Location : Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in Tulsa (VR80).

Essential Functions : Caseload consists of adults and transition-aged youth; covers Tulsa / Creek County. Responsibilities include evaluating eligibility, developing IPE, providing counseling and guidance, participating in job readiness / placement activities, and maintaining records. Willingness to travel and possible trial period required. Preference for candidates with LPC / CRC / LBP / LFMT or School Counseling / Special Education credentials and related counseling experience.

Application requires master's degree transcript and relevant certifications / eligibility documents. Background check will be conducted. Benefits package includes health plans, HSAs, retirement, paid holidays and leave, and other employee benefits.

Method of Application

Applicants without state service or with prior state service must apply through the Workday external listings system. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply through the internal listings system. For questions, contact HR at HR@okdrs.gov.

Job Details

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