Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleAssociate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, (Open to current NYS Employees only), Box ACS-3208/00172
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $93530 to $117875 Annually
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services – Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) is seeking to fill an Associate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position in the Manhattan VR District Office. Under the supervision of the District Office Manager, the incumbent will serve as supervisor of all counseling services in the district office and as the direct supervisors for Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors in charge of counseling units. The duties of this position include:
• Coordinate and direct counseling activities in the office which includes reviewing and analyzing data reports for caseload quality and quantitative controls, advising counseling unit supervisors on policy and procedure questions, and proposing solutions to operation problems;
• Investigate major complaints concerning provision of services, administer consumer compliant inquiries, and serve as an informal resource to SVRCs in consumer appeals;
• Analyze data and prepare reports illustrating the effectiveness of current practices, unmet program needs, and propose recommendations for program development;
• Promote and encourage public interest in ACCES-VR services and represent ACCES-VR at conferences and meetings regarding vocational rehabilitation including meetings with providers, schools, colleges, employers, and the community; and
• Assist the District Office Manager in the preparation of budget requests including Core Rehabilitation Services (CRS) contract usage, all other contract usage, and staff needs.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Associate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Section 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated at salary grade 23 or higher and deemed eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. Candidates must also possess EITHER,
1. A current Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) credential as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC); OR
2. a master’s degree or higher in rehabilitation counseling OR
3. a master’s degree or higher in a related degree field* AND completion of the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Traineeship OR two year of professional work experience in a related field**.
*Related degree fields include the following: Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Disability Studies, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Science, Blindness/Vision Impaired Rehabilitation and Education, Deaf/Hearing Impaired Rehabilitation and Education, Orientation and Mobility Studies, Educational Psychology, Child/Family Studies, Communication Disorders (including Speech Language Disorders and Pathology), Health Administration, Health Services, Health Studies, Human Development, Human Relations, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Addictions/Substance Abuse Counseling, Counseling, Mental Health Counselor, Transition Counselor, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Services, School/Guidance/Education Counseling, Special Education, Substance Use Disorders, Vision Rehabilitation Studies, Vocational Assessment, and Vocational Evaluation, Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Counseling.
**Acceptable Professional Work Experience in a related field:
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Vocational Assessment, and Vocational Evaluation, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling (including Addictions/Substance Abuse Counseling, Mental Health Counselor, School/Guidance Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling), Orientation and Mobility, Disability Studies, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Science, Hearing Impaired Education/Rehabilitation, Visually Impaired Education/Rehabilitation, Communication Disorders (including Speech Language Disorders and Pathology), Special Education, School Rehabilitation Services (including Occupational and Physical Therapy) or experience with assisting persons with disabilities to attain employment, educational, and/or independent living goals.
For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must be a qualified employee of the New York State Education Department and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor or Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Manual Communications). Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment.
Employees of ACCES-VR who are currently in an Associate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position and are interested in transferring to the location indicated on this flyer MUST apply for the position as outlined in the Application section of this flyer.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent appointment or a temporary provisional appointment. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of EITHER a current Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) credential as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC); OR a master’s degree or higher in rehabilitation counseling OR a master’s degree or higher in a related degree field* AND completion of the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Traineeship OR two year of professional work experience in a related field** will be required for transfer candidates. This position will require 40% in-state travel. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $117,875 based on annual performance advances.
Based on this position’s location, in addition to the listed base salary, this position also receives a $3,400 Downstate Adjustment.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by January 2, 2025 to ACCESJOBS@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ACS-3208/00172) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address accesjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by January 2, 2025 to ACCESJOBS@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ACS-3208/00172) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.