Vocational Rehabilitation Services Coordinator 9-P11 - PreETS Coordinator - Traverse City

State-of-Michigan; Traverse City (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan – Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity is seeking a Rehabilitation Services Coordinator to assist potentially eligible students with disabilities through Pre-ETS, coordinating services and outreach with partners across Michigan.

The role emphasizes planning program services, delivering education to partners, and ensuring compliance with pre-employment transition requirements for ages 14-26. A bachelor's degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation counseling/services or related field.
• Experience in rehabilitation services coordination preferred.
• Ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist potentially eligible students with Pre-ETS.
• Coordinate and plan program services and partner outreach.
• Provide education to partners relative to Pre-ETS.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder coordination

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling/Services or related field

Job description

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our Department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan's vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO.

This position will assist potentially eligible students with disabilities with an early start at career exploration, learning and understanding work requirements, practicing work skills, choosing a career and exploring training options. This position coordinates and plans program services, provides partner education and outreach relative to Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS).

The work is focused on potentially eligible students who receive Pre-ETS. Pre-ETS are specific services for students with disabilities who are between the ages of 14-26.

Five required activities

• Instruction in self-advocacy
• Workplace readiness training
• Job exploration counseling
• Work-based learning experiences
• Counseling on opportunities for enrollment in comprehensive transition or postsecondary educational programs at Institutions of Higher Education.

There is a possibility of a remote/hybrid schedule based on performance and operational need. However, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree with a major in rehabilitation counseling/services, secondary education, special education, business, human resources, social work, psychology, guidance and counseling, or occupational therapy.

Experience

• Rehabilitation Services Coordinator 9: No specific type or amount is required.
• Rehabilitation Services Coordinator 10: One year of professional experience providing rehabilitation services coordination equivalent to a Rehabilitation Services Coordinator 9.
• Rehabilitation Services Coordinator P11: Two years of professional experience providing rehabilitation services coordination equivalent to a Rehabilitation Services Coordinator, including one year equivalent to a Rehabilitation Services Coordinator 10.

To be considered for this position you must

• Attach a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.
• Attach a copy of your detailed resume to the job application. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a copy of your official college/university transcript(s).

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.

For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to LEO. For more information regarding official transcripts, click here (Download PDF reader).

Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

The department reserves the right to close this posting at any time if it is determined that a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of results.

View the entire job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/RehabilitationServicesCoordinator_13093_7.pdf