Rehabilitation Casework Technician

Health & Human Services; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking an Administrative Specialist I (S) to support rehabilitation casework and office operations in Wentworth, Rockingham County.

The role involves coordinating administrative tasks, data entry, and assisting the Rehabilitation Counselor with transition services for individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience engaging with individuals from under served, marginalized, or disability communities, demonstrating cultural sensitivity, empathy, and awareness of access and inclusion barriers.
• Proficiency in performing routine administrative and office support functions, such as data entry, document preparation, scheduling, and filing, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective front-line service to the public, including responding to inquiries, resolving concerns, and maintaining professionalism in diverse and fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing consumers and gathering diagnostic data to assist counselor with determining eligibility and required rehabilitation/independent living services.
• Assist with develop a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian; inputting casework data into relevant applications throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Preparing documents including authorizations and correspondences as needed; and completion of all related administrative tasks in tandem with the processing assistant
• Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
• Work directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed
• Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy

Education

High school diploma or GED; 2 years related administrative experience

Job description

Administrative Specialist I (S)

Position Number 60055097 Grade NC08

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Rehabilitation Casework Technician position is based in the Wentworth office, Rockingham County, which is a satellite office of the Burlington Unit. This position is third party funded and works closely with the Rockingham County school system. The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative and casework support to the Rehabilitation Counselor covering transition students and adults with primarily development and intellectual disabilities, as well as case management support to the Rehabilitation Counselor that covers the general physical caseload. The position requires a wide range of knowledge regarding community resources and local employers as well as the ability to communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Job Responsibilities

• Interviewing consumers and gathering diagnostic data to assist counselor with determining eligibility and required rehabilitation/independent living services.
• Assist with develop a written plan of services in conjunction with the consumer, parent and/or guardian; inputting casework data into relevant applications throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Preparing documents including authorizations and correspondences as needed; and completion of all related administrative tasks in tandem with the processing assistant
• Monitor the consumer's progress throughout the service delivery process
• Work directly with community partners in order to assist individuals with disabilities in becoming suitably employed
• Document service delivery and case progress in the case management system as required by agency policy

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Range: $39,244 -$68,679

Recruitment Range: $39,244 -$49,000

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

• Experience engaging with individuals from under served, marginalized, or disability communities, demonstrating cultural sensitivity, empathy, and awareness of access and inclusion barriers.
• Proficiency in performing routine administrative and office support functions, such as data entry, document preparation, scheduling, and filing, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective front-line service to the public, including responding to inquiries, resolving concerns, and maintaining professionalism in diverse and fast-paced environments.

Position is funded in part through federal funds.

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

About Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD)

The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide. https://youtu.be/4QUy2w9B6AU.

Compensation and Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.

Criminal Background Check

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.

All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

Application Status Note

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone.

Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants.

The hiring process may take several weeks.

Education Requirements

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of their DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.