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
LOCATION OF POSITION
There
are two positions available. One position is located in each of the
following counties. Please make sure to select on the employment
application for which location(s) you are willing to accept employment.
Baltimore
County (Position #221036)
300 East Joppa Road, Suite 408
Towson, Maryland
21286
and
Howard
County (Position #336877)
7161 Columbia Gateway Drive, Suite D
Main Purpose of Job
These are contractual positions 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.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: principles, procedures and
regulations involved in providing vocational rehabilitation services;
vocational counseling, interviewing and evaluation procedures; relationship
between functional limitations of disabilities and employment goals; facilitation
of services and practices relating to job search and employer outreach
activities with community rehabilitation programs and social security
benefits. Ability to: communicate effectively; plan and organize assigned
work and meet established performance standards; coordinate and deliver
multidisciplinary services required to support rehabilitation programs; analyze
and interpret medical, psychological, and vocational reports; establish and
maintain appropriate relationships with consumers, family member, employers,
representatives of public and private organizations, community providers of
rehabilitation services, general public, and government officials.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must
consent to State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure
for all employees with this Agency.
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 #22-005165-0001. 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
410-554-9394. 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.