Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/16/19
Applications Due: 02/06/19
Vacancy ID: 63467
Position Information
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleVocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant, Box # ACS-2187/43065
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Salary Grade13
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $42986 to $55008 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 15%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address Adult Career and Continuing Education Services
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12234
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant.
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher deemed eligible to transfer under section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant Civil Service eligible list. If you are on the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant list, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Employees of ACCES-VR who are currently in a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant 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 posting.
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 a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant position in the Albany District Office. The incumbent of this position will perform a variety of paraprofessional tasks to support counselors as they provide vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities who are interested in becoming employed or retaining their current employment. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Conduct intake interviews, review eligibility for financial assistance and monitor training records;
• Verify employment, which may require site visits to rehabilitation facilities, schools and training centers;
• Authorize necessary medical diagnostic examinations;
• Prepare financial and statistical records and reports;
• Prepare routine correspondence to consumers and their families, vendors and other agencies concerning consumer status and progress; and
• Schedule transportation, interpreters, readers and independent living services for disabled consumers.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a contingent permanent appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance and other benefits. Limited travel will be required. Verification of degree and/or transcripts will be required for all candidates at the time of interview.
* Leads to a maximum salary of $55,008, based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 6, 2019 to accesjobs@nysed.gov (E-mail submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (ACS-2187/43065) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Telephone (518) 474-5215
Fax (518) 486-5631
Email Address accesjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, Room 528 EB
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12234
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 6, 2019 to accesjobs@nysed.gov (E-mail submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (ACS-2187/43065) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
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