VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SPECIALIST I/II
Recruitment #21-005165-0028
Department | MSDE - DORS - Client Services |
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Date Opened | 9/28/2021 10:05:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 10/22/2021 5:00:00 PM |
Salary | (Level I) - $19.76/hour and (Level II) - $21.02/hour |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Aleisha Monroe |
Work Location |
Prince George's
|
Introduction
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.
GRADE
VR Specialist I -- ASTD Grade 12
VR Specialist II -- ASTD Grade 13
LOCATION OF POSITION
5001 Silver Hill Road, Suite 206
Suitland, Maryland 20746
Main Purpose of Job
This is a contractual position responsible for coordinating and delivering vocational rehabilitation services leading to employment for individuals with significant disabilities.
POSITION DUTIES
Assists persons with disabilities in preparing for or obtaining
and maintaining employment; determines eligibility for vocational services;
provides individual career counseling to people with disabilities; reviews
medical, psychological, and vocational data to evaluate the nature and extent
of the disability; coordinates and provides services to eligible individuals
necessary to accommodate their disabilities and obtain employment; obtains
services from other community agencies for people with disabilities; and
provides job placement, post-employment, and follow up services.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Possession of a Bachelor's Degree.
Experience:
Level I - Professional experience in a
behavioral or social science related field is preferred.
Level II - Two years of professional
experience in a behavioral or social science related field is required; a
Master's degree in a Behavioral or Social Science related field may be
substituted for one year of the required experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must consent to State Police Investigation
(fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees in this
classification.
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.
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.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants
must complete the MD State Government on-line application for employment
recruitment #21-005165-0016. The Application must clearly demonstrate that the
applicant meets the prerequisite Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Please do not put "See Resume" in the job duties section of your application;
your application will not be considered. Paper applications can be
completed and faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resource Department
at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. To obtain a paper application visit
our website dors.maryland.gov or marylandpublicschools.org. TDD (410) 554-9399.
Inquiries can be made to 410-554-9424. Appropriate accommodations can be made
for individuals with disabilities.
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 410-767-4850.
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. Applicants must consent to State
Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees
with this Agency.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay As an equal
opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and
promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
We thank our
Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to
apply.