Vocational Evaluator - Employment Support Specialist

YAI - Seeing beyond disability; Rockland (MA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Vocational Evaluator - Employment Support Specialist

Location: Rockland County

Time Type: Full Time

Posted On: Posted 30+ Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R017883

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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

• 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

• 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.