Vocational Evaluator - Employment Support Specialist

Posted:
8/2/2024, 6:36:54 AM

Location(s):
New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

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Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities

  • Under supervision, schedules and administers psycho-educational testing/assessments to assess cognitive and other abilities and achievement levels of individuals with disabilities referred for evaluation and services across the Rockland to mid-Hudson Valley region, including Orange and potentially Dutchess counties.

  • Scores tests following appropriate guidelines and compiles ratings for assessments administered to each person we support (PWS).

  • Writes comprehensive, individualized reports for each PWS (9 – 14 pages) summarizing test results.

  • Interprets results of assessments and makes appropriate recommendations for accommodations and employment/educational goals based on strengths, weaknesses, achievement level and personal goals of PWS.

  • Presents the findings of the report and recommendations for PWS at a case conference including the PWS, referring ACCES-VR counselor and other relevant individuals (e.g. parents, school staff, etc.)

  • Supports employment services program needs and additional services by performing job development and job coaching services, as needed including:

    • Post-Secondary and Job Exploration Counseling

    • Career Exploration Assessments

    • Community based workplace assessments

    • Instructing individuals in Self-Advocacy

    • Providing Work Readiness training to groups in-person and remotely.

  • Facilitating services in alignment with state authorizations and timelines and requesting extensions as needed.

  • Conducts all work in accordance with agency policies/procedures and ensures confidentiality of records.

  • Completes all mandatory OPWDD/ACCES-VR/YAI trainings.

  • Builds and maintains Positive Relationships and rapport with people supported and circle of support.

  • Ensures billing and case notes are completed accurately and timely.

  • Completes monthly progress reports.

  • Performs all related work, as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)

  • Master’s Degree in vocational rehab counseling or related area, approved by ACCES-VR; and

  • One year experience in vocational rehabilitation or other suitable fields (e.g. counseling, testing, working with the I/DD community, etc.); or

  • Satisfactory combination of education, experience and/or training approved by ACCES-VR; however, all candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree in an approved area.

  • Familiarity with standardized testing/assessments

  • Routinely travel within the Rockland to mid-Hudson Valley region, including Orange and potentially Dutchess counties.

  • Basic knowledge and awareness of I/DD and other disability groups

  • Basic knowledge of employment laws and regulations

  • Emotional Intelligence

  • Counseling skills

  • Advanced written and verbal communications

  • Basic computer knowledge

Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)

  • In-depth understanding of and experience conducting standardized assessments

Compensation range

  • $20.67/hour - $26.45/hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.