Vocational Evaluator/Work Readiness

Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Vocational Evaluator for full-time work at their location in the United States. Responsibilities include conducting vocational assessments, planning individual evaluations with consumers, and developing life skills training programs. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree along with two years of relevant experience, strong written and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers a salary range of $50,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years’ experience providing vocational assessment services.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Good organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation for new D.V.E. consumers covering services and regulations.
• Plan the vocational evaluation process in collaboration with consumers.
• Assess abilities, skills, interests, and work personality traits.
• Analyze and report information obtained through evaluation processes.
• Develop life skills and work readiness training curriculum.

Skills

Excellent written and communication skills

Good organization and time management skills

Ability to collaborate with program staff and outside sources

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

JOB TITLE: Vocational Evaluator/Work Readiness

JOB LOCATION: 151 Lawrence Street

WORK HOURS: Full time - 35 hours

REPORTS TO: Director of Evaluation and Training

Salary Range: $50,000 - $50,000

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation for new D.V.E. consumers covering services to be provided, program rules and regulations, and consumer rights and responsibilities.
• Plan the vocational evaluation process in collaboration with the consumer and provide feedback and vocational counseling.
• Assess abilities, skills, interests, learning styles, work personality traits, and aptitudes through the use of standardized work samples, pencil and paper tests, and computerized assessments.
• Assess and record consumer behavioral observations, work skills and habits including motivation, attitude, frustration tolerance, relationship with staff and peers, learning and retention ability, communication skills, and attendance and punctuality, etc.
• Analyze, synthesize, and report information obtained through the evaluation process to make appropriate recommendations for vocational planning and complete DVE report within required time frame.
• Maintain ongoing contact with referral sources and other service providers.
• Present evaluation findings in staff case conference, and meet with referral sources, families, and other service providers to discuss and implement evaluation findings.
• Do inventory of assessment tools and recommend changes/additions to meet the needs of the consumers served.
• Report to and review evaluation cases with Director of Evaluation and Training and follow up with recommendations.
• Develop life skills and work readiness training curriculum.
• Facilitate work readiness groups of a maximum of 5-10 individuals at any given time to motivate and prepare participants for employment.
• Consult with vocational rehabilitation and employment services staff regarding curriculum and training needs.
• Work with job developer staff in identifying job-ready individuals for employment opportunities.
• Assist with timekeeping by ensuring that all attendance on‑site engagement is accurately recorded.
• Conduct intake interviews for new D.V.E. participants.
• Oversee the day‑to‑day operation of the D.V.E. unit in Director’s absence.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and two years’ experience providing vocational assessment services.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Good organization and time management skills.
• Able to work in collaboration with program staff and outside sources.
• Fingerprinting and OPWDD Background Check is required.

BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.