Senior Job Development Specialist for the Blind

State of Missouri; Missouri; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri seeks a Senior Rehabilitation Specialist (Job Development Specialist) to advance employment opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals. Base location is negotiable; positions listed in Springfield and Kansas City, MO, with statewide impact.

The role includes training counselors, engaging employers, and coordinating statewide job listings while ensuring ADA compliance and effective placement strategies. Competitive benefits and professional growth offered.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in rehabilitation counseling, job placement, rehabilitation teaching, or related areas.
• Substitution: graduate study may replace one year of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• E.g. experience in public or private rehabilitation agencies for blind and visually impaired persons may count toward eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develops employment opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals across the state.
• Trains vocational rehabilitation counselors in placement contacts and job-seeking skills.
• Provides information to employers about accommodations and ADA considerations.

Skills

Job development

Employer relations

Training delivery

Education

Accredited four-year college or university degree (specialization in job placement, rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation teaching, counseling and guidance, behavioral sciences, education, business or public administration)

Job description

State of Missouri seeks a Senior Rehabilitation Specialist (Job Development Specialist) to advance employment opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals. Base location is negotiable; positions listed in Springfield and Kansas City, MO, with statewide impact.

The role includes training counselors, engaging employers, and coordinating statewide job listings while ensuring ADA compliance and effective placement strategies. Competitive benefits and professional growth offered.