SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL

This position is located in the city of Chula Vista.
Under the direction of the Team Manager, Staff Services Manager I, a Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Qualified Rehabilitation Professional (SVRC, QRP) facilitates the effective delivery of services to consumers in a Vocational Rehabilitation Service Delivery (VRSD) Team.
The core duties of the SVRC, QRP include performing the following non-delegable functions: 1) determining vocational rehabilitation (VR) eligibility; 2) determining priority for services; 3) development of the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE); 4) determining amendments to the IPE; and 5) determining successful employment outcome achieved, and completing case closure for services of Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) consumers.
Provides VR counseling to individuals with disabilities and consumers of DOR utilizing a variety of counseling modalities and techniques, to adjust to disability, identifies barriers, identifies appropriate intervention and strategies to maximize employment, independent living, and equality relative to the non-delegable functions; interprets and applies applicable federal and state laws and regulations for each consumer.
Coordinates the VR team to identify the need for assessments and services for applicants and consumers; communicates and coordinates implementation of service delivery with the VRSD team.
Makes the final determination of and communicates eligibility, priority for services, approves and signs the IPE and amendments.
Determines successful employment outcome achieved, and approves case closure for services of DOR consumers.
Develops, maintains and records necessary Records of Services documentation in the electronic tracking system.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions This position may be eligible for a hybrid telework option, in accordance with DOR’s telework policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-422360 Position #(s): 813-350-9818-XXX Working Title: Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor - Qualified Rehabilitation Professional Classification: SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL $5,086.
00 - $7,311.
00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: San Diego County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information The Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) administers the largest vocational rehabilitation program in the country.
We have a three-pronged mission to provide services and advocacy that assist people with disabilities to live independently, become employed and have equality in the communities in which they live and work.
DOR provides consultation, counseling and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners to assist the consumers we serve.
The DOR is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented and skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of communities that exist in California and values fairness and inclusion.
Diversity encompasses but are not limited to, characteristics such as national origin, language, race, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, veteran status, criminal history, and family structures.
Our work at DOR is guided by the following core values: We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities.
We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation.
We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups.
We pursue excellence through continuous improvement.
VISION STATEMENT: Employment, independence, and equality for all Californians with disabilities.
MISSION STATEMENT: DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provides services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.
We preserve the public’s trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.
“People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
” Department Website: https://www.
dor.
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gov Special Requirements A Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, counseling or a closely related field from a recognized institution and successful completion of one graduate course with a primary focus on the Theories and Techniques in Counseling is mandatory.
Reliability, dependability, and exceptional interpersonal skills are essential.
Upon hire, applicant may be required to provide official sealed college transcripts.
This announcement may be used to fill multiply vacancies.
A SOQ, cover letter and resume are required and must be included.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 3/28/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).
SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.
Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.
CalCareers.
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When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Rehabilitation Attn: Human Resources-JC#422360-PAS#240139-Unit 350 721 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Rehabilitation Human Resources-JC#422360-PAS#240139-Unit 350 721 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application.
Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.
CalCareers.
ca.
gov.
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications - Applicants must submit a Cover Letter and a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application in order to be considered.
The SOQ is a discussion of the applicant’s experience which qualifies him/her for this position.
The SOQ must specifically address the questions listed below, be numbered in the same order, and be no more than two pages in 12-point font.
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Describe your experience in providing vocational rehabilitation counseling with people with disabilities.
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What are your two strongest qualities that can help you perform the role and responsibilities of a Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor? 3.
What skills do you believe would be the most critical for this position and why? Describe your experience in applying those skills in either your current or past employment.
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Describe your experience working in a team environment, including communicating with management.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.
The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview.
Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Working knowledge of department's vocational rehabilitation service delivery processes and activities Familiarity and/or experience working with medical, psychological, educational, social, rehabilitation technology, and employment terminology related to DOR applicants and consumers Knowledge of department's mission and goals Experience communicating with and providing information regarding vocational services to applicants and consumers Excellent vocational counseling, case management, and case documentation skills Able to work in a team environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, subject to eligibility, that includes health, dental, and vision care plans, pension/retirement (CalPERS), Deferred Compensation Plans, Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave, and much more.
To view all the attractive benefits available to state employees, click here.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.
dor.
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gov Hiring Unit Contact: Megan Contreras (619) 426-0125 megan.
contreras@dor.
ca.
gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.
You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact: Office of Civil Rights (916) 558-5850 Civil.
Rights@dor.
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gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Information Successful applicants will have followed the instructions under the Special Requirements and Required Application Documents sections of this bulletin and either: 1) have passed an examination for this classification, 2) be an existing state employee with transfer eligibility, or 3) be a former state employee with reinstatement eligibility.
Do not submit any documents with your social security number Do not submit your exam results along with your application Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed application.
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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place.
Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.