We have been asked to distribute the following job announcement. Job posting 3 17 23.pdf VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective visionthat every child, adult, and family in Arizona will be safe and economically secure. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to make Arizona stronger by helping Arizonans reach their fullpotential through temporary assistance for those in need, and care for the vulnerable. VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) Job Location: 11420 North 19th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85029 www.azdes.gov Posting Details: Salary: $26.3222- $26.6541 hourly / ($48,510.17- $55,440.52 annually) Grade: 20 Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (minimum 2 days per week in the office/hoteling). Job Summary: Would you like to be part of an amazing culture that helps Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance? The Arizona Departmentof Economic Security (DES) is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) performs an integral role in improvingArizona's workforce by assisting individuals who are unemployed or underemployed, and those with barriers, to prepare for and obtain meaningfulemployment. DERS supports Arizona employers with recruitment assistance by connecting them to a skilled workforce. We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor with the RehabilitationServices Administration (RSA). This position will report to the Supervisor and provide vocational rehabilitation counseling and guidance toindividuals with disabilities to address barriers to employment and gain the skills to enter, gain, or retain employment. Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following tiers: . Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Bachelor's degree in a field of study reasonably related to rehabilitation counseling or another field that reasonably prepares individuals to work withindividuals with disabilities and employers and two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities . Intermediate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Master's degree in a field of study closely related to rehabilitation counseling and one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities. (Closely related fields are defined by Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.) . Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Meets Intermediate credential requirements plus has a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification Annual salary is commensurate with education and qualifications, ranging from $48,510.17 - $55,440.52 The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and inhoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance. Job Duties: Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor . Introduces clients to the vocational rehabilitation program including program eligibility criteria and client's right and responsibilities pggpggygp . Reviews client's medical and/or psychological information to identify employment needs and goals as well as available services and resources . Provides vocational counseling, career exploration, and labor market exploration to determine suitable employment goals . Meets with clients on a one-on-one basis to problem solve and establish or modify an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) . Provides case management and maintains regular contact with clients, service providers, and collaborative programs, and assess services and IPEprogress . Manages fiscal resources including authorizing, reviewing, and payment of services Intermediate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor . Same duties as listed above and the following duties: . Provides case management to clients with complex needs and goals . Serves as program liaison for specialized groups . Provides guidance to Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor . Same duties listed above and the following duties: . May serve as back up to the Rehabilitation Supervisor . Provides case management to clients with high complexity level Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): . Knowledge of Federal and State laws, statutes, rules, regulations pertaining to vocational rehabilitation services . At least one year of case management experience . Experience working with individuals with disabilities . Broad knowledge of physical, mental, and cognitive disabilities . Familiar with referral and community resources . Understands computer access technology and assistive aids & devices . Knowledge of occupational opportunities and labor market trends . Ability to motivate clients in achieving goals . Effective oral and written communication . Strong time management skills . Resourceful and problem solver . Excellent interpersonal skills Pre-Employment Requirements: . Please see the qualification tiers listed above. . Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), applicable to all newly hired State employees. . Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency'sability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. . The position will require a current, valid Arizona Driver's License. Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on statebusiness must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) and have an acceptable driving record inaccordance with DES Fleet Management-Safety Program policy and procedures (DES 1-07-26 & DES 1-07-26-01). Employees may be required touse their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will bereimbursed. . Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Child Protective Services Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and theAdult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459. . Candidate shall have or meet the requirements to obtain prior to their first day of employment, a valid Level One Arizona fingerprint clearance cardissued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1758.07 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults. Benefits: The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: - Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities - Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance - Tuition Reimbursement - Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) - 10 paid holidays per year - Stipend Opportunities - Infant at Work Program - RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy - Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision - Life and Disability Insurance - Opportunity to work remotely (home office) on an ad-hoc basis By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and ypgpp,pyjyp,pgj, are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement : State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and theLong-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. On, or shortly after, your first day of work, you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollmentinstructions, submission deadlines and effective dates. Contact Us: For questions about this career opportunity, please call (602) 679-5360 or email maritzaduffy at azdes.gov. 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