Minnesota Rehabilitation Association

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VR agencies and community rehabilitation programs in Minnesota can post job announcements on this page free of charge. To have jobs posted, send the information in an email to:  info@mnrehab.org
 

Job Postings--September 30, 2008

Goodwill/Easter Seals
 

BANK SKILLS TRAINER, Exempt, Full-time, Grade 7

Roles/Responsibilities: This position is responsible for conducting training and case management services and providing instruction on personal banking, banking terminology, customer service, sales, basic ten-key operation, cash counting, balancing, handling debit and credit transactions, basic computer skills and professional development for participants referred to our Bank Skills Training Program. This program is a 6-week, 120-hour course designed to provide job skills to individuals who have barriers to employment and need assistance in making the transition to work, by teach skills necessary to successfully obtain and maintain employment in the banking industry Minimum Requirements: BA degree in finance, education, social service or related field OR 5 years of relevant work experience. Must also have excellent verbal and written communication skills, good organizational skills and be computer literate. Training, vocational education or teaching experience is strongly preferred.

RETAIL SKILLS TRAINER, Exempt, Full-time, Grade 7

Roles/Responsibilities: This position provides training services for Goodwill/Easter Seals’ Retail Skills Training Program, an eight-week, 160-hour course designed to provide job skills to individuals who have barriers to employment and need assistance in making the transition to work. Responsibilities include teaching skills necessary to successfully obtain and maintain employment in the retail industry; providing instruction in retail terminology, cash handling, customer service, sales, zoning, stocking and safety; and providing case management services. Minimum Requirements: BA degree in education, social service or related field OR 5 years of relevant work experience. Must also have excellent verbal and written communication skills, good organizational skills and be computer literate. Training, vocational education or teaching experience is preferred.

EMPLOYMENT/SUPPORT CONSULTANT - Ramsey County MFIP, Exempt, Full-time, Grade 7

Roles/Responsibilities: This position is responsible for providing employment readiness, job development, and job placement and retention services for individuals in the MFIP program. Minimum Requirements: BA degree in vocational rehabilitation, human services or related field; two years of paid experience as a vocational rehabilitation counselor or similar paid experience in vocational counseling, placement OR 5 years of relevant experience in placement/job development. Previous MFIP employment experience preferred. Valid driver’s license required.

Please apply online (preferred) or submit a cover letter and resume to Human Resources.

GOODWILL/EASTER SEALS

www.goodwilleasterseals.org

553 Fairview Ave. N

St. Paul, MN 55104

Fax 651-222-9138

September 19, 2008

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II
North Central Human Service Center

Location: Minot
Salary: $2588 - $3451 monthly
Closing Date: September 30, 2008
Position Number: 325-201-3605
Requisition Number: 295737
Status: Full-time, Regular
Type of Recruitment: Internal/External
Job Order Number: 183947
Date Posted to Web: September 19, 2008

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a bachelor's degree in rehabilitation and human services, vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, counseling, or human resource management (human service track) AND:

• Four years experience working with special populations in a direct service capacity; OR
• Two years of experience as a vocational rehabilitation counselor; OR
• A master's degree in one of the above disciplines.

Preference will be given to applicants who meet the ND Qualified Rehabilitation Professional (QRP) standards as follows: a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC); a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or a counseling-related field from a program accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Counselor Education (CORE) or the Council on Accreditation of Counseling-Related Programs (CACRP); OR a master's degree in a closely-related field and eligibility to write the Council on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) Examination. COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION.

NOTE: Individuals selected for any Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position will be required to meet the ND Qualified Rehabilitation Professional (QRP) standards within five years from the date of appointment.

Application Procedures:

• Complete a State of ND Application for Employment (SFN 10950), which may be obtained at:  http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/appforms.html or from any ND Job Service Office.
• Please include the position # and requisition # on your application. Also, provide specific details regarding how your education, experience and skills will qualify you for this position. A cover letter and resume may be included.
• All application material must be received on or before the closing date at the following address: Department of Human Services, HR Division, 600 East Boulevard Avenue Dept 325, Bismarck ND 58505-0250; Fax: 701-328-1030; E-mail: dhshr@nd.gov

For More Information, Assistance or Accommodation Contact: Peter Yung               
Employing Unit: North Central Human Service Center
Section: Vocational Rehabilitation
Telephone Number: 701-857-8644                                
TTY Number: 701-857-8666

Summary of Work:

• Carry a caseload that covers the full range of physical and mental disabilities with special emphasis on substance abuse groups.
• Work with culturally diverse population.
• Provide services to assist clients in coping with their disabilities and in achieving their vocational goals.
• Provide counseling to clients on setting realistic vocational goals. This may require some adjustment to counseling approaches or styles.
• Select evaluation instruments and techniques appropriate to the client’s situation.  
• Determine appropriate community resources for the client’s needs.
• Evaluate the client’s social support system.
• Determine the client’s ability to perform independent living activities.
• Make recommendations to the employer regarding modifications of job tasks to accommodate the client’s functional limitations.  
• Participate with advocacy groups to promote public awareness and legislative support for rehabilitation programs.
• Negotiate financial responsibilities for the client’s rehabilitation with referral source and/or sponsor.
• Determine program eligibility based on state and federal regulations.

Benefits:
The ND Department of Human Services offers challenging work opportunities, a full range of employee benefits including a comprehensive health plan, paid leave, a retirement plan, flexible work hours, and more. For more information, contact our website at: http://www.nd.gov/humanservices.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The state of North Dakota does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

Access Application for Employment Form SFN 10950 at: http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/appforms.html

View Employment Benefits at:  http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/benefits.html

Visit North Dakota State Government:  http://www.nd.gov