[Counselor_Educ] Fwd: [Rehabnet] Job Announcement

Tue Oct 18 20:34:31 EDT 2011

Mona Robinson, PhD, PCC-S, LSW, CRC 
Associate Professor, Counselor Education
Program Coordinator
Ohio University 
Gladys W. & David H. Patton College of Education and Human Services 
Department of Counseling and Higher Education
203 McCracken Hall 
Athens, Ohio 45701
(740) 593-4461 phone (740) 593-0477 fax 
robinsoh at ohio.edu 
President, National Association of Multicultural Rehabilitation Concerns

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From: Joseph, Mary-Anne (DBVI) (DBVI) <Mary-Anne.Joseph at dbvi.virginia.gov>
To: robinsoh <robinsoh at ohio.edu>
Sent: Tue, Oct 18, 2011 8:36 am
Subject: FW: [Rehabnet] Job Announcement

Dr. Mary-Anne M. Joseph

From: Hopkins, Raymond E. (DBVI) 
Sent: Tuesday, October 18, 2011 8:20 AM
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Subject: FW: [Rehabnet] Job Announcement

Raymond E. Hopkins, Commissioner
Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired
397 Azalea Avenue
Richmond, VA 23227
Phone: (804) 371-3145
Toll Free (in Virginia): (800) 622-2155
Fax: (804) 371-3157
E-mail: Ray.Hopkins at dbvi.virginia.gov 

From: rehabnet-owner at rehabnetwork.org [mailto:rehabnet-owner at rehabnetwork.org] On Behalf Of Rita Martin
Sent: Monday, October 17, 2011 5:18 PM
To: rehabnet at rehabnetwork.org
Subject: [Rehabnet] Job Announcement

State Directors and Others,

The announcement for the position identified below has been extended to Nov. 4, 2011. Thank you.

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Non-Classified Classification
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation 
Open for Recruitment: September 29, 2011 - October 14, 2011
Announcement # NONCLS076413
Salary Range: $16.59 per hour -Plus Competitive Benefits! 
Location(s): Idaho Falls
SPECIAL NOTIFICATION:  This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.
The Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation has an exciting opportunity for a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor working with a general caseload in Idaho Falls, Idaho.  This individual will be a high energy, compassionate, flexible, and motivated self starter that shares our passion.
Duties: 

Determines clients' eligibility for service, extent and nature of client disability, and client need for and feasibility of rehabilitation services. 
Collects, analyzes, and interprets medical, psychological, educational, social, and employment information regarding each client. 
Assists clients in determining appropriate vocational goals. 
Prescribes and interprets standardized tests for use in vocational guidance, and assists the client in making a feasible vocational rehabilitation choice. 
Counsels and assists clients with their personal adjustment throughout the rehabilitation program. 
Arranges for medical treatment, including surgery, psychiatric care, occupational and physical therapy, prosthetic appliances and other auxiliary services. 
Consults with psychiatrists and physicians regarding findings of client evaluations/examinations. 
Assesses vocational, social, economic and medical needs through appropriate testing, securing of medical reports, etc., and makes eligibility decisions based on this information. 
Determines specific needs and helps develop rehabilitation plans to remediate these needs through a comprehensive study of the client's background. 
Plans and arranges for courses of study or training and supervises the applicant's training program. 
Markets to employers in developing employment opportunities and places clients, to include post-employment follow‑up. 
Counsels and guides the clients in the establishment of small business enterprises and supervises the selection and financing of business needs. 
Assess clients' financial ability to participate in their rehabilitation program. 
Serves as consultant to representatives of public and private entities in relation to issues surrounding persons with disabilities. 
Maintains appropriate case records and authorizes fiscal expenditures. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

A Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and a current Certification (CRC) as a Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) or;  
A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or; 
Current (CRC) Certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC). 
A Master's Degree in Counseling with the LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credential as defined by the Idaho Licensing Board of Professional Counseling.   
A Master's Degree in a related field to include but not limited to:  Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, and Special Education.  A course on Theories and Techniques of Counseling, as defined by CRCC, must be included in the related Master's Degree.  Assistance will be provided to employees to investigate additional coursework and programs that offer stipends.  Must complete additional coursework and employment requirements within 5 years of hire date. 
Candidates must also successfully pass a comprehensive background check (clearance) conducted by the Idaho Department of Corrections in order to visit and/or work at IDOC facilities. 

Desired Qualifications:

A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and a current Certification (CRC) as a Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).  Starting wage will be $37,000 per year for those individuals who possess the CRC Certification. 
A Master's Degree in Counseling with the LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credential as defined by the Idaho Licensing Board of Professional Counseling.  Starting wage will be $37,000 per year for those individuals who possess the CRC Certification. 
Previous experience as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. 

How to Apply: 
Submit the following directly to Division of Vocational Rehabilitation:

State of Idaho Application:  You can find the application at dhr.idaho.gov.  The application is under Job Seekers, then Forms.  (Please print the form and submit your completed application by mail, e-mail, or facsimile.)  
Unofficial College Transcripts (you must submit your College Transcripts to be considered for the position). 
Resume. 

Send application materials to:
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation 
Attn: John Orose
1825 Hoopes Avenue
Idaho Falls, ID 83404-8018
Fax: (208)525-7104
Email: john.orose at vr.idaho.gov
All applications received will be screened for qualifications (college transcripts must be submitted before application reviewed and accepted), and then maintained for a period of one year from the date of their review. If, during that time, an opening becomes available in the state, applicants expressing an interest in living in that specific area may be contacted by the department.
Please contact Linda Zerfas, 208-287-6480, linda.zerfas at vr.idaho.gov for additional information.

Thank you for your interest in employment with the 
Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation!

Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. If you need special accommodations to satisfy testing requirements, please contact the Division of Human Resources.

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Thank you,

Linda  K. Zerfas
Vocational Rehabilitation
Human Resource Associate
208-287-6480
208-287-6467 Fax
linda.zerfas at vr.idaho.gov

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