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Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist II

Center Counseling

Recruitment #25-005165-0009

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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. As part of the Maryland State Department of Education, the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) provides services to assist students with disabilities prepare for the work world, vocational rehabilitation services to assist adults with significant disabilities who are seeking to enter or reenter the workforce, and the adjudication of Social Security disability claims for the citizens of Maryland.

GRADE

ASTD15

LOCATION OF POSITION

Division of Rehabilitation Services
Workforce and Technology Center 
2301 Argonne Drive 
Baltimore, MD 21218

POSITION DUTIES

The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist plans, implements, coordinates and monitors rehabilitation programs for individuals being served at the Workforce & Technology Center (WTC). Counseling and guidance are provided to consumers to ensure that comprehensive services contribute to the achievement of established training goals, support career and employment objectives, and address the personal, social and independence skills necessary to promote employment outcomes. This position provides program support to students and staff in the management and direction of services for individuals with disabilities at WTC.

Position Duties Include: 
  • Provide support and assistance to consumers.
  • Serve as a resource for staff in the management and direction of services for individuals with disabilities.
  • Provide support or information, as needed, to the residential staff and other vocational and clinical staff related to the planning, integration and delivery of services for individuals with disabilities.
  • Participate in staff development, special assignments and program activities required to maintain and improve professional skills and meet program policies, procedures, licensing and/or certification requirements. 
  • Provide crisis intervention to resolve consumer problems, assess need for professional services and mediate disputes and conflicts. 
  • Participate in staff development, special assignments and program activities required to maintain and improve professional skills and meet program policies, procedures, licensing and/or certification requirements. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree.

Experience: Two years of professional experience in a behavioral or social science-related field or one year of professional experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist I providing rehabilitation counseling or vocational evaluation services to clients with physical or behavioral disabilities, or teaching services to clients with partial or total visual impairment. 
 
Note: A master's degree and one year of experience in a behavioral or social science-related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·       Professional experience working with individuals with disabilities.

·       Experience proving career counseling and case management.

·       Using an electronic case management system.

·       Experience in a Human Services related field.

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

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 you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and be faxed to 410-554-9397 or mailed to MSDE Human Resources Branch, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. 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 Human Resources address listed above.

Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TDD 410-333-3045. 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 is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 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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Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online
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