Vocational Evaluator & Transition Planner

Helen Keller Services (HKS); Village of Sands Point (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Personal Days

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability/ Life Insurance

403b Program with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement program

Job summary

Helen Keller Services (HKS) in Sands Point, NY invites applications for a Full Time Vocational Evaluator. You will counsel and educate, review medical, psychological, education and social records, and administer standardized tests to guide employment decisions for DeafBlind individuals.

The position is in-person at our training facility, with standard Monday–Friday hours, and occasional local or national travel. Proficiency in American Sign Language and strong writing skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Vocational Evaluation or Rehabilitation Counseling (or emphasis in Vocational Evaluation).
• At least two years full-time experience as a vocational evaluator. Experience with DeafBlind or related disabilities preferred.
• ASL proficiency preferred, or willingness to learn to working level; strong writing skills required for reports.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and educate; review medical, psychological, education and social information.
• Conduct standardized testing and behavioral observations; interpret results in reports.
• Develop and implement transition plans and employment goals with consumers and team.
• Schedule mock interviews and facilitate job-readiness activities.
• Collaborate with Deaf Blind Specialists and HKNC staff to support consumer goals.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Strong writing skills

Microsoft Office

Team player

Education

Master's Degree in Vocational Evaluation or Rehabilitation Counseling

Tools

MS Office

Word

Outlook

Job description

Helen Keller Services (HKS) in Sands Point, NY invites applications for a Full Time Vocational Evaluator. You will counsel and educate, review medical, psychological, education and social records, and administer standardized tests to guide employment decisions for DeafBlind individuals.

The position is in-person at our training facility, with standard Monday–Friday hours, and occasional local or national travel. Proficiency in American Sign Language and strong writing skills are highly valued.