VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SPECIALIST II
Recruitment #21-005165-0035
Department | MSDE - DORS - Client Services |
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Date Opened | 1/11/2022 08:32:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 1/25/2022 5:00:00 PM |
Salary | $39,374 - $50,688/year with progression to $62,259 |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Jerrianne Mccain |
Work Location |
Montgomery
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Introduction
GRADE
ASTD 13
LOCATION OF POSITION
Montgomery County
20010 Century Boulevard, Suite 400
Germantown, MD 20874
Main Purpose of Job
This position is responsible for coordinating and delivering vocational rehabilitation services leading to employment for students 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: Two years of professional experience in a behavioral or social science related field is required.
Note: A Master’s Degree in a Behavioral or Social Science related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with providing career counseling and case management.
- Experience in the VR and/or Human Services - related field.
- Professional experience working with students with disabilities.
- Experience with preparing others for employment, using job seeking tools and resources.
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. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
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
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Applicants must complete the MD State Government on-line application for employment recruitment #21-005165-0035. The Application must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the prerequisite minimum qualifications for the position. 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 410-554-9391. 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.TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
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.
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. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.