Rockland County, NY, USA
2 days ago
Vocational Evaluator - Employment Support Specialist
If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. (http://wd5.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/yai/login.htmld?) 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.
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