STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Blind)

Recruitment #210129-9140EC-001

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Introduction


Do you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of others? 
If so, we have the opportunity for you! 

Position Highlights:

The State of Connecticut, Department of Aging and Disability Services, Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind, is recruiting for a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Blind) to join our team. This position is responsible for independently counseling a caseload of blind and visually impaired individuals on issues of personal and vocational adjustment.

This position is full-time, first shift, working Monday to Friday. The incumbent will have the opportunity to assist clients throughout the South Central part of Connecticut. 

Our dedication to Connecticut: 

Our mission is to maximize opportunities for the independence and well-being of people with disabilities and older adults in Connecticut. 

Our Core Values include: 

  • Integrity: We interact honestly and fairly with all others, adhering to strong ethics, values and principles. 
  • Respect: We value and recognize others for their unique skills, talents and contributions, and are considerate in all interactions. 
  • Professionalism: We are mindful of our daily conduct and strive to have the highest work standards with a courteous attitude. 
  • Open Communication: We encourage the sharing of information and knowledge in an accurate, honest and supportive way. 
What we can offer you: 

State of Connecticut employees participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes: 

  • Excellent health and dental coverage; 
  • A generous retirement plan; 
  • Paid time off; 
  • A healthy work/life balance! 
Learn more about how you can make an impact: 
          

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

Please do not submit a resume. At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit documentation which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the agency.

If selected for an interview, please bring the following at the time of interview: 

Non-State Employee: 
  • Three (3) professional references from current or former supervisor. 
State Employee:
  • Two (2) most recent service ratings at the time of the interview. 
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. 

Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.

Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Tyler Cashman at Tyler.Cashman@ct.gov. 

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Aging and Disability Services, Board of Education and Services for the Blind vocational rehabilitation program this class is accountable for independently counseling a caseload of blind and visually impaired individuals on issues of personal and vocational adjustment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Interviews applicants who are blind or whose vision is seriously impaired for rehabilitation services; secures information regarding educational background, work experience, interests, social and economic circumstances; arranges for administration and interpretation of psychological tests; evaluates and interprets data and assists blind persons to select a suitable plan of training; arranges for rehabilitation services to clients such as medical and health services necessary for physical restoration, pre-vocational and vocational training, transportation and maintenance when required; provides vocational information; provides counseling and guidance to individuals throughout rehabilitation process and assists individuals in meeting problems of personal, social and vocational adjustment; studies labor market conditions and surveys industrial business plants for employment in business enterprises; makes use of available community services and facilities and maintains work relationships with local, state and federal agencies; develops, evaluates and maintains standards of training; maintains case records and prepares state and federal reports concerning rehabilitation services rendered; speaks publicly as required; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of principles and techniques of vocational rehabilitation counseling, interviewing and psychological and occupational testing; knowledge of community resources available to rehabilitate visually handicapped persons; knowledge of occupations, job requirements and safety factors; knowledge of medical and psychological aspects of disabilities; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or a closely related field and one (1) year of professional experience in rehabilitation counseling, job placement of persons with disabilities or vocational adjustment counseling.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate will possess:

  • Experience in counseling techniques with blind and visually impaired individuals; 
  • Experience working with blind and visually impaired individuals with vocational rehabilitation issues;
  • Experience in providing case management across a geographic area; 
  • Experience working with rehabilitation trends, employment opportunities, and labor market research. 

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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