Job Class: Rehabilitation Counselor Senior or Career

　　Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

　　Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 01/23/2024.

　　Date Posted : 01/17/2024

　　Closing Date : 01/30/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE

　　Division/Unit : State Services f/t Blind / SSB Workforce Development X

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8am to 4:30pm

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : Yes, up to 20% local day time travel, up to five (5) days per week, based on client needs

　　Rehabilitation Counselor Senior Salary Range: $25.79 - $37.65 / hourly; $53,849 - $78,613 / annually

　　Rehabilitation Counselor Career Salary Range: $28.50 - $41.93 / hourly; $59,508 - $87,549 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

　　FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

　　Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible to telework up to five (5) days per week

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　The successful candidate may be eligible for a $5,000.00 hiring incentive

　　State Services for the Blind’s (SSB) mission is to facilitate the achievement of vocational and personal independence by Minnesotans who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind. We offer a dynamic team-oriented environment where everyone‘s contribution is key to achieving this mission.

　　The Rehabilitation Counselor plans, authorizes, and coordinates service delivery of individualized Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services in partnership with the blind, visually impaired, and/or deaf blind customers. This position works to enable customers who possess substantial impediments to employment and to achieve successful employment outcomes. This position will also contribute to building a positive internal culture that makes SSB an extraordinary place to work.

　　This position will be based out of a designated DEED location within the State of Minnesota. This position may serve the following counties, subject to business needs:

　　Metro Area: Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, and Washington

　　Southwest Metro Area: Carver, Scott, Rice, Goodhue, and Wright

　　Frequent travel is required to meet with participants in the community, with area businesses, with schools, and other partner organizations. Occasional travel is necessary to attend meetings or trainings at the office or in other areas of the state.

　　The vacancy is being posted at two (2) different levels, depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate, and this posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

　　*Hiring Incentive: The successful incumbent of this position may be eligible for a hiring incentive of $5,000 paid out in two (2) lump sums following the completion of the required probationary period and following two (2) years of successful service in the role

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment.

　　Rehabilitation Counselor Senior:

　　Master‘s Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Vision Rehabilitation Therapy/Teaching, Social Work, Psychology, Disability Studies, Human Resources, Education, Special Education, School Counseling, or other closely related field as determined by the agency.

　　Rehabilitation Counselor Career:

　　Master‘s Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Vision Rehabilitation Therapy/Teaching, Social Work, Psychology, Disability Studies, Human Resources, Education, Special Education, School Counseling, or other closely related field as determined by the agency.

　　AND

　　Three (3) years of related work experience which demonstrates knowledge of one-to-one counseling, caseload management, development of rehabilitation plans, job placement services, and employment supports that lead to success in finding, keeping, retaining, or advancing in employment.

　　Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following for both levels:

　　Human relations skills including ability to negotiate, collaborate, build, and maintain positive working relationships with job seekers and employers.

　　Incumbent must maintain valid driver‘s license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation. Travel arrangements can be made with drivers employed by State Services for the Blind upon request and depending on availability.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Skill in communicating in a second language.

　　Experience in:

　　Working with individuals who are Blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind.

　　Interpreting and explaining in plain language complex information such as guidelines, regulations, policies, medical and psychiatric reports.

　　Analyzing assessment information sufficient to identify and address the customer’s vocational rehabilitation needs.

　　Applying counseling techniques sufficient to conduct an effective diagnostic interview, to assist the client in completing the rehabilitation plan, and address any issues that emerge during the customer’s rehabilitation process.

　　Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

　　Additional Requirements

　　This position requires successful completion of the following:

　　Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant‘s current and/or former employers.

　　A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

　　When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver‘s license record check will be conducted.

　　Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

　　This position requires an Adjustment to Blindness immersion training program. The immersion experience helps new employees understand what’s possible for people who are blind, DeafBlind, or visually impaired by allowing them to experience it for themselves. The training takes place at an Adjustment to Blindness training center and can run up to 6-7 weeks.

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

　　Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.