VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SPECIALIST I/II
Recruitment #22-005165-0020
Department | MSDE - DORS - Client Services |
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Date Opened | 5/16/2022 2:05:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 6/10/2022 5:00:00 PM |
Salary | Level one: $20.15 and Level two: $21.44/hour |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Jerrianne Mccain |
Work Location |
Prince George's
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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
5001 Silver Hill Road, Suite 306
Suitland MD 20746
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Assists persons with disabilities in preparing for
or obtaining employment consistent with their skills, capacities and vocational
choices defined on their Individualized Plan for 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
consumers necessary to accommodate their disabilities and obtain employment;
obtains services from other community agencies for consumers; and provides job
placement, post-employment and follows-up services.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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
It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online application for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. If the applicant is unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and be faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to DORS Human Resources Department at 2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. If there is a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your paper application, if you are unable to apply online.
All application materials must be received in our office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to be considered including all related job duties, even if those are also listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application, submitted to the fax number, or mailed to the address listed.
Inquiries can be made to 410-554-9391, TDD (410) 554-9399. 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.
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