University of Arkansas at Little Rock

TRANSITION SPECIALIST

LIGHTHOUSE OF THE BIG BEND JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Transition Specialist
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Assistant Director

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BASIC FUNCTION: Provides instruction to high school students who are blind and visually impaired. Provides instruction in adaptive travel skills, personal and home management, communications, social services, recreation/leisure, and vocational skills. The primary goal of this position is to provide the highest quality instructional services possible to transition-age students who are blind or visually impaired. Curriculum includes but is not limited to the following: Independent Living Services, Vocational Services, Braille, Keyboarding and Computer Technology Training, and Orientation and Mobility Services.

WORK DIRECTION: Works under the direction of the Senior Transition Specialist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive functional assessments to identify immediate and long term goals;
• Develop, with clients, individualized service plans;
• Provide center-based, outreach and itinerant instructional services appropriate to the assessed needs and goals of the client;
• Travel within the eleven county area served by the Lighthouse to provide services to students who are blind in their school, home, work, or group setting as required;
• Teach a variety of experiential classes during the daily Summer Transition Program, (June – August) both at the facility and off-site as required;
• Coordinate the implementation of service plans and curriculum;
• Prepare and follow lesson plans;
• Facilitate the individual’s and family’s psychosocial adjustment to blindness;
• Participate in any Transition Services team meetings with other providers including the school systems in each county to ensure the comprehensive delivery of services;
• Communicate with other instructors, supervisors, and staff regarding client progress and provide written documentation as requested;
• Assist in the development of the Transition curriculum;
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and other required case management information that are clear, concise, behavioral, objective, measurable, and reflect functional outcomes related to instructional process;
• Identify and acquire instructional materials necessary to support the Transition curriculum;
• Participate in available continuing education and staff development opportunities;
• Promote community education and awareness through public speaking, community committees, and consultations;
• Contribute to continuous programmatic quality improvement by innovating and/or seeking opportunities to promote professional growth;
• Participate in agency activities and events as appropriate and necessary;
• Adhere to the “Rehabilitation Teaching Code of Ethics” which is included in the Lighthouse’s Personnel Policy;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITON REQUIREMENTS:

• Required relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Visual Disabilities or in related field (e.g. Special Education, Education, Occupational Therapy, etc.);
• Prefer certification as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired, and/or eligible for certification;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required;
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, e-mail and Internet required;
• Prefer expertise with assistive technology such as screen magnifiers, screen readers, note taking devices, Braille translation software, refreshable Braille displays, and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software.

EARLY INTERVENTION /ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST

Lighthouse of the Big Bend Job Description

TITLE: Early Intervention/Orientation & Mobility Specialist
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Senior Early Intervention Specialist

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BASIC FUNCTION: Provides approximately 25 hours/week early childhood intervention services, working with families of children from newborn to age 5 who are blind or visually impaired; provides approximately 15 hours per week orientation and mobility services to transition and college students. Services are primarily provided in the home and at schools in the eleven counties of the Big Bend.

WORK DIRECTION: Works under the direction of the Senior Early Intervention Specialist.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Travel within the eleven county area served by the Lighthouse to provide services to children age 0-5, and students age 14 and up who are blind in their home, school, or group setting as required;
• Conduct assessments to establish, in consultation with parent(s) or guardian, an individual service plan including immediate and long term goals;
• Provide home, community and center-based instruction as appropriate to the needs of the child or student;
• Prepare and follow curriculum and lesson plans;
• Collaborate with other community agencies as a member of the child’s and family’s IFSP team in accordance with the Early Steps Program (Part C) and with local school districts as a member of the child’s IEP team (Part B);
• Facilitate the client and family’s psychosocial adjustment to blindness or visual impairment;
• Complete required reports to document client’s progress, including evaluations, goals, and daily and monthly progress reports;
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and other required case management information that are clear, concise, behavioral, objective, measurable, and reflect functional outcomes related to instructional process;
• Identify and acquire instructional materials necessary to support the Early Intervention or Orientation & Mobility curriculum;
• Participate in available continuing education and staff development opportunities;
• Contribute to continuous programmatic quality improvement by innovating and/or seeking opportunities to promote professional growth;
• Participate in agency activities and events as appropriate and necessary;
• Adhere to the “Rehabilitation Teaching Code of Ethics” which is included in the Lighthouse’s Personnel Policy;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITON REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferable in Visual Disabilities as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired or related field;
• Certification in Orientation & Mobility instruction, and/or eligible for certification;
• VIISA and INSIGHT certification (must obtain if not certified);
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required;
• Computer skills including word processing, Access database, e-mail and Internet required.

The UALR Rehabilitation Counseling program is looking for a Graduate Assistant for the Spring 2010 term. We invite all interested students to apply online at http://www.ualr.edu/gradschool/application.php. Please also e-mail Dr. Sola Kippers at smkippers@ualr.edu if you are interested and/or have questions.

The Graduate Assistant position is 20 hours per week of work with a paid stipend, along with paying for up to 9 credit hours of tuition. To qualify for the Graduate Assistant position, you must be enrolled in, at least, nine credit hours coursework and in good academic standing. The Graduate Assistant position is for the Spring 2010 semester. This position requires that you work on campus, during business hours, Monday through Friday. This is NOT a job that can be done from a distance.

Job Title: Voc Rehab Counselor I: 135275
Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv
City: Fort Worth
Department: Fort Worth South
Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
Salary Range: $2,802.75 - $3,573.50
Closing Date: 11/24/2009

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR OBTAINING JOB INFORMATION:

• In the internet, put in this website: http://www.dars.state.tx.us/
• Then select at the top of the screen, News & Information, there will be a pull down menu;
• Select Jobs;
• Health & Human Services Job Center page will appear;
• Locate the City option, Select desired location (no other areas should be changed);
• Hit the Search box directly below;
• This will actually bring up all available jobs in location selected.

Please review the below questions as they will be helpful in the application process. Everything is done on on-line.
Question: How do I apply?
Answer: Once you have found the position that you would like to apply to, simply click on the “Apply to this job” link. This link takes you through the application process.

Question: Who do I call if I have a question about my application?
Answer: You may call the service center at 1-888-894-4747. They will answer any questions you may have regarding your status for a requisition or completing your application.

Question: Do I have to complete an application to apply? Can’t I just submit a resume?
Answer:
You must complete a State of Texas application to apply to a position. Once you have applied, you may also submit a resume to your profile; however, submitting a resume does not submit you to a job.

Rehabilitation Technician, Level II-I, K20B, K20A, located at the Division of Rehabilitation Services, VR #86 in Ada, OK.
Position number: 10-061
Posted:Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist, Level II, K21B, located at the Division of Visual Services, VS #62 in Muskogee, OK.
Position number: 10-062
Posted: Thursday, October 22, 2009

For a complete listing of field office locations for the DRS please visit our website at www.okdrs.gov .

For applicants who are currently serving in permanent classified service with the State of Oklahoma or those with reinstatement rights, please submit a cover letter which includes the Job Announcement #, Job Title and Job Code of the position for which they are applying, as well as, the applicant’s current contact information and an OPM4-B directly to the DRS Human Resources Unit to make application.

For applicants who is currently serving in the unclassified service, in probationary status or those who have never worked for the State of Oklahoma to apply through the OKCareers online application system. OKCareers requires the applicant to have an email address. Those persons who qualify for the Optional Program for Hiring Applicants with Disabilities (HB1340 or known as Special Appointments/Free Names in OKCareers system) should obtain a signed certification letter of their severe disability from a VR/VS Counselor (preferably scanned into a .PDF format), visit the OKCareers website and apply by using the Special Appointments/Free Names link on OKCareers web-page. The DRS Certification letter may be attached to their Free Names application or sent via email to jobs@opm.ok.gov.

If you have questions, please feel free to call Calvin Small at 405-951-3527 or Randal Zotigh at (405) 951-3454.

Job Title: Voc Rehab Counselor I
Posting Number: 131750
Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv
City: Plano
Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
Salary Range: $3110.00 - $4,344.16
Closing Date: 11/02/2009

Job Title: Voc Rehab Counselor I
Posting Number: 132693
Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv
City: San Antonio Northeast
Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
Salary Range: $2,802.75 - $3,779.41
Closing Date: 10/28/2009

Job Title: Voc Rehab Counselor I
Posting Number: 132874
Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv
City: McAllen
Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
Salary Range: $2,970.91 - $3,787.83
Closing Date: 10/29/2009

Job Title: Transition Voc Rehab Counselor I
Posting Number: 132745
Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv
City: Austin South
Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
Salary Range: $2,802.75 - $4,344.16
Closing Date: 10/26/2009

Job Title: Voc Rehab Counselor I
Posting Number: 131153
Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv
City: Lubbock West
Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
Salary Range: $3,110.00 - $4,344.16
Closing Date: 10/29/2009

Job Title: Voc Rehab Counselor I
Posting Number: 132377
Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv
City: Lufkin
Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
Salary Range: $2,802.75 - $4,344.16
Closing Date: 10/22/2009

Job Title: Voc Rehab Counselor I
Posting Number: 131902
Agency: Dept of Assistive & Rehab Serv
City: El Paso Central
Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone: 888-894-4747
Salary Range: $2,802.75 - $4,344.16
Closing Date: 10/22/2009

Department of Rehabilitation Services

Job Announcement # 10-039

Position Title/Code/Level: Field Service Coordinator (4728)
Location: VR #12 – Lawton
Number of Positions/PIN: (1) – Unclassified / 80501070

Annual Salary: $45,564.00 to $62,095.92

Beginning Date: Friday, September 18, 2009
Ending Date: Until Filled

Essential Functions: Under the direction of the Division Administrator for the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) serves as leader to rehabilitation supervisors, professionals, and technicians in multiple field offices covering the western part of the state. This professional rehabilitation leader insures outstanding customer service for persons with severe disabilities by providing training in policy interpretation, participating in case reviews, assisting staff in resolution of client or agency disputes via administrative reviews; assists in personnel selection and assignment, performance and production standards; serves as a liaison in workforce investment related activities, and serves as a community liaison and leader. Applicant may also be involved in reviewing contracts and grants, assisting in relocation of DVR offices and responding to correspondence related to inquiries. Applicant must be willing to perform extensive job related travel.

Preferred Education and Experience: Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Administration, Rehabilitation Counseling, Vocational Evaluation, Vocational Rehabilitation, Public Administration or a disability related field and three (3) years supervisory experience. The person selected will need to possess a strong working knowledge of vocational rehabilitation services, principles and practices, and a strong background in working with individuals with disabilities. Candidates who are certified Rehabilitation Counselors (CRC), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC), Certified Vocational Evaluators (CVE) or Certified Public Managers (CPM) and have 3 years of supervisory experience are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who meet CSPD requirements.

Method of Application: Cover letter, Resume and three professional references including contact information may be submitted to the DRS Human Resources Unit. Include Job Announcement Number and Job Title of the position for which you are applying, your current contact information and clearly indicate how you meet the education and/or experience requirements including complete dates, addresses and telephone numbers.

Send to:

Department of Rehabilitation Services
Attn: Human Resources Unit
3535 NW 58th Street, Suite 500
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73112

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, contact Calvin Small at (405) 951-3527 or Randal Zotigh at (405) 951-3454.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Arkansas State University is recruiting applicants for the position of Counselor in the Counseling Center.

The position requires:

• A Master’s degree in counseling or relevant discipline
• Supervised internship, clinical field placement or practicum experience
• One year of supervised experience at the graduate level in the counseling of college-aged students
• Appropriate state licensure within a one year period of appointment

The salary is $34, 701.00, a good benefit package and excellent working environment.

The general responsibilities of this position include working with college-aged students to provide: mental health counseling, interpretation of inventories essential for career counseling, and group and/or classroom presentation of counseling related issues. Office hours are 8:00-5:00 pm; however, there are after hours programming and evening and weekend crisis calls responsibilities as needed.

The job posting will be open through Thursday October 22nd. All applications must be completed by 11:59 pm on that date to be considered.

To see a complete posting of the job requirements and/or to apply go to: https://jobs.astate.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1255027318218

Click on Non-classified positions, complete the application, upload your resume, cover letter, and a copy of your graduate transcripts.

For additional information contact: Pat Glascock, Ed.D., LPC, NCC, Associate Director, Chair of the Counselor Search Committee

REHAB COUNSELOR III 

Agency:  Arkansas Department of Human Services�

Date Posted: 01/09/2009 

Posting Expires: 01/23/2009�

EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
 SEE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in psychology,
 sociology, or a related field; plus three years’ experience in rehabilitation
 counseling or a related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
 Basic computer skills required; prefer experience in technology and resources for blind persons

JOB DUTIES:
 Regular in-state travel to visit clients in their home. Occasional overnight in state or out of state travel is required for training and other assignments.

SPECIAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
 DIVISION OF SERVICES FOR THE BLIND

 HIRING OFFICIAL - CHRISTINA SHELBY

 PENDING FREEZE APPROVAL

 All DHS applicants must complete drug screening, as outlined in DHS Policy 1087, prior to being hired.
 Applications are prescreened according to the state application, addenda, résumé, transcript, licenses and any other information that you submit. (With the exception of transcripts, do not submit references, certificates, or other documents; bring them to your interview.) Therefore, it is important that you submit complete and accurate information and that you complete the application form according to instructions. List all prior work experience, including military service, beginning with your most recent employment. (Include all experience, even if you do not believe that experience to be relevant to the position for which you are applying.) You may include volunteer or unpaid work as part of your work history; however, you should include the number of hours per week which you performed these duties.

When submitting your State Application, you may refer to your résumé for the Employment History if your résumé includes all the information requested in the Employment History section of the state application (month and year employment began and ended, weekly hours worked, etc.).

 Inadequate completion of your job history will adversely impact your comparison with other candidates.

Benefit Package May Include: Health & Life Insurance, Vacation & Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Credit Union Available, Retirement, Career Bonus, and Deferred Compensation

 State applications may be acquired at any Department of Human Services Office.
 How To Apply Other Than The Internet
State applications may be acquired at any Department of Human Services Office or downloaded at the DHS Web site.
 www.state.ar.us/dhs/oas/jobs

 Applications may be mailed to
 Department of Human Services
 Office of Finance and Administration
 P O Box 1437 - Slot W301
 Little Rock AR 72203-1437

 or faxed to 501-682-6569

POSITION NO.:  22097776M

CLASS CODE:  M056

GRADE: 19

SALARY RANGE: $28,745.00 - $54,954.00 per year  

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED? Yes  

LOCATION INFORMATION
 Job City: HARRISON / BOONE CO
 Job County/Region:  Boone 

CONTACT INFORMATION
 Contact name: DHS Recruitment
 Phone: 501-682-1001
 Email: DHS.Recruiting@arkansas.gov

 JOB DESCRIPTION:
 CLASS SPECIFICATION
 CLASS TITLE: REHABILITATION COUNSELOR III
CLASS CODE: M056

 CLASS SUMMARY

The Rehabilitation Counselor III works under supervision and is responsible  for developing and administering individualized written rehabilitation programs and providing counseling and referral services for eligible individuals. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency
policy.

 EXAMPLES OF WORK

 1. Interviews clients to determine eligibility, independent living or
 vocational goals, and services needed.

 2. Arranges and/or may administer and evaluate tests and examinations.

 3. Analyzes information and develops individualized rehabilitation program
 for client and explains available services.

 4. Coordinates services with other agencies to implement rehabilitation
 program.

 5. Evaluates and documents clients’ progress and modifies rehabilitation
 program as needed.

 6. Provides individual and group therapeutic and supportive counseling.

 7. Orients and trains lower-level counselors.

 8. Presents information relative to rehabilitation programs and services to
 educational institutions and public and private organizations.

 9. May develop employment opportunities and provide placement services.

10. Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

 WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
 The Rehabilitation Counselor III has regular contact with state and federal agencies, private rehabilitation organizations, and colleges.

 SPECIAL JOB DIMENSIONS
 Frequent in-state travel is required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
 Knowledge of principles and practices of counseling, rehabilitation, and case
 management.
 Knowledge of agency and community services and programs.
 Ability to interview, obtain, and provide oral and written technical
 information.
 Ability to provide guidance, support, and therapeutic counseling to clients.
 Ability to develop individualized rehabilitation plans.
 Ability to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs
 and services and clients status in programs.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in psychology,
 sociology, or a related field; plus three years’ experience in rehabilitation
 counseling or a related field.

 Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or
 part of these basic requirements upon approval of the Qualifications Review
 Committee.

 Donna Walker, DSB Field Services Administrator
 501-682-0326 OR: 800-960-9270
 E-mail: donna.walker@arkansas.gov

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