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
ASTD19
State Salary Guidelines will apply
LOCATION OF POSITION
2 South Bond Street, Suite 102
Bel Air, MD 21014
Hybrid schedule may be available (up
to 3 telework days permitted each week)
POSITION DUTIES
Recruitment is limited to current
MSDE Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) employees.
Vocational rehabilitation
supervisors oversee and manage the work of professional rehabilitation
counselors, support staff, and/or
Teachers for the Blind within an assigned district. They are
responsible for planning,
directing, and organizing the vocational rehabilitation programs and/or
independent living older blind
services and services to the consumers within the district. They
ensure counselors and staff apply
federal and state laws, regulations and division policy in the
provision of vocational
rehabilitation services and/or independent living older blind services
program. They review and approve
eligibility determination decisions, the planning and
implementation of vocational
rehabilitation and/or independent living older blind services, which
includes the oversight of service
expenditures. They coordinate hiring, training, and professional
development for staff, and all
other related personnel responsibilities. They manage all office
related functions, including lease
management and maintenance of physical office space.
Vocational Rehabilitation
Supervisors are experienced in the provision of vocational rehabilitation
services and/or independent living
older blind services, requiring expert knowledge of medical
conditions that result in
disability and impact employment and independent living.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Possession of a Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling or a related field, or 36 graduate credits in rehabilitation counseling or a closely related field.
Experience: Four years of professional specialized experience in 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 in Rehabilitation Services.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Recruitment is limited to current
MSDE Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) employees.
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 placed on
the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
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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