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VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR FOR THE DEAF

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State of Arizona

Jan 16

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Chandler

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a field of study reasonably related to rehabilitation counseling or another field that reasonably prepares individuals to work with individuals with disabilities and employers and two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities
  • Master's degree in a field of study closely related to rehabilitation counseling and one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities (Closely related fields are defined by Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification.)
  • Meets Intermediate credential requirements plus has a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification
  • Must demonstrate a minimum of an intermediate proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) as evidenced by any of the following credentials: Registry of Interpreters for the deaf (RID): Certificate of Interpretation (CI), Certificate of Transliteration (CT), Comprehensive Skills Certificate (CSC), Interpreter Certification (IC), Transliteration Certificate (TC); SC:L (Specialty Certification: Legal); NIC (National Interpreter Certification) or any RID accreditation that is acceptable for state licensure; Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI): Basic; Advanced, Master, Court Interpreter Certificate; Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA): a score of 3.5 or higher; Sign Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI) rating of INTERMEDIATE or above; or be a native ASL user. If none of these credentials are documented, the candidate will be required to have their communications evaluated by a certified ASL interpreter as part of the interview process.
  • Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Child Protective Services Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
  • Candidate shall have or meet the requirements to obtain prior to their first day of employment, a valid Level One Arizona fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1758.07 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
  • Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
  • All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
  • Travel will be required for State business. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on State business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code [A.A.C.] R2-10-207.11).

Responsibilities

  • Introduces clients to the vocational rehabilitation program including program eligibility criteria and client’s right and responsibilities
  • Reviews client’s medical and/or psychological information to identify employment needs and goals as well as available services and resources
  • Provides vocational counseling, career exploration, and labor market exploration to determine suitable employment goals
  • Meets with clients on a one-on-one basis to problem solve and establish or modify an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE)
  • Provides case management and maintains regular contact with clients, service providers, and collaborative programs, and assess services and IPE progress
  • Manages fiscal resources including authorizing, reviewing, and payment of services
  • Provides case management to clients with complex needs and goals
  • Serves as program liaison for specialized groups
  • Provides guidance to Entry Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors
  • May serve as back up to the Rehabilitation Supervisor
  • Provides case management to clients with high complexity level

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we support remote work in a hybrid format, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office or hoteling spaces.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf position is $48,510.17 to $55,440.52 annually, depending on qualifications and education.

What are the educational requirements for this role?

For the Entry level, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required. The Intermediate level requires a Master's degree in a closely related field. The Senior level requires the Intermediate credentials along with a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification.

Is experience working with individuals with disabilities necessary?

Yes, previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is required, with two years for the Entry level and one year for the Intermediate level.

What are the communication requirements for this position?

Candidates must demonstrate a minimum of an intermediate proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) through various accepted credentials or be a native ASL user.

What kind of benefits does the Arizona Department of Economic Security offer?

Benefits include affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance, participation in the Arizona State Retirement System, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

Is travel required for this job?

Yes, travel will be required for State business as part of the job responsibilities.

What background checks are required for this position?

Candidates are subject to a search of both the Child Protective Services Central Registry and the Adult Protective Services Registry, as well as background and reference checks.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this position?

Yes, there are career advancement and employee development opportunities available within the Arizona Department of Economic Security.

How can I ask questions regarding this job opportunity?

For questions about this career opportunity, you can contact Anthony Haeg at (623) 301-0437 or email him at ahaeg@azdes.gov.

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