Vocational Evaluator

Division

EMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Job Classification Title Vocational Evaluator (S) Position Number 60054457 Grade NC08 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description Of Work This Vocational Evaluator position is located in the Greenville VR/IL Unit Office and provides vocational evaluation services primarily to individuals with disabilities. Referrals for these evaluation services are from VR counselors assigned to the unit and school offices across Pitt and Lenoir counties. The selected candidate provides comprehensive vocational evaluation assessments for persons with a range of disabilities, education levels, and work experience in order to assist with job planning and placement. Job Responsibilities Administering, scoring, and interpreting an extensive variety of vocational interests, achievements, and psychological tests Analyzing consumers’ medical, psychological, socio-economic, vocational, and educational information Developing a formal evaluation plan for each client Conducting community-based assessments and making referrals for evaluation services to the consumer and the rehabilitation counselor(s) Creating written reports outlining vocational aptitudes, interests, and abilities which are foundational to the vocational planning process Gathering occupational resource information for better service deliverables Participating in multi-disciplinary teams and committees for exchange of information and planning Partnering with consumers and their family members, employers, school personnel, and other community agencies/contacts Performing other duties as assigned Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs) and Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Knowledge of or experience with the vocational requirements of a wide variety of occupations. Knowledge of or experience with the psychological, social, and special education concepts related to the determination of vocational abilities and potential of individuals with one or more disabilities. Knowledge of or experience with evaluative tests, work sampling, and job trial techniques specific to the vocational evaluation of a client. Ability to administer and interpret a variety of vocational interest, achievement, aptitude and other psychometric tests. Ability to synthesize data and observation reports and make recommendations essential to the rehabilitation process. Ability to express findings and recommendations with oral and written clarity. Minimum Education And Experience Master’s degree in vocational evaluation, rehabilitation counseling, or closely related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution; OR Bachelor’s degree in vocational evaluation, rehabilitation counseling, or a closely related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities; OR Equivalent combination of education and experience. Compensation And Benefits Salary Grade Range: $39,244.00 - $68,679.00. Recruitment Range: $39,244.00 - $53,962.00. The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. About Division The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide. To learn more about EIPD: EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr NC Department of Health and Human Services