Vocational Evaluator - Employment Support Specialist
YAI
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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.
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