Training/Employment Tech 3- Thomasville Job at State of Georgia
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency is seeking to fill Pre-Employment Specialist positions in the following offices:
- Thomasville
Interested candidates must be willing and able to work at either one of the offices listed above. Office preference of candidates will be considered but is not guaranteed. The posting may be closed upon establishment of a sufficient pool of candidates.
Summary/Objective
Under general supervision, provides pre-employment transition services to students with disabilities. Coordinates and tracks potentially eligible students identified by the local education agency and/or counselor who could benefit from pre-employment transition services. Provides the five pre-employment transition services to students. Works collaboratively with the rehabilitation team.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Provides pre-employment assessments of job skills to determine individual needs.
- Develops and delivers workplace readiness training to individuals or groups of potentially eligible students
- Provides instruction and/or guidance to deliver services, such as self-advocacy, job exploration, and counseling on post-secondary opportunities.
- Develops or coordinates the development of work based learning opportunities in the community.
- Assist and supports other rehabilitation professionals in service provision and coordination.
- Documents accurately and timely in the client information system.
- Travel within caseload assignment area to meet with individuals, providers, partners and other outreach.
- Observes rules of confidentiality as stated by departmental guidelines in the dissemination and interpretation of test results and other case file information.
Competencies
- Technical Capacity.
- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
- Organizational Skills.
- Thoroughness.
- Collaboration Skills.
- Communication Proficiency.
- Flexibility.
Supervisory Responsibility
None required for this position.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift
and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position may occasionally require long hours and weekend work.
Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in business management, business administration, or behavioral sciences from an accredited college or university OR High school diploma or GED AND Three years of experience providing education, social or direct care services to persons with diagnosed special needs or other populations OR Two years of experience at the lower level Training/Employment Tech 2 (SST051) or position equivalent.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Associate’s Degree in Rehabilitation and Disabilities Studies or related field (Psychology, Sociology, Social Services, Education, Special Education, etc.)
- Two years of experience providing educational, social, or direct care services to persons with diagnosed special needs or other populations.
- One or more years of experience in preparing and/or delivering training initiatives to stakeholders.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None required for this position.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
All candidates interested in employment with The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency does not offer sponsorships for current or future employment visas (e.g., H-B1 employment visa).
As a condition of employment with Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, you must successfully complete a mandatory federal and national background check, pre- employment testing, and additional checks required for your job.
AAP/EEO Statement
GVRA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
GVRA
The Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency operates five integrated and interdependent statutory programs that share a primary goal - to help people with disabilities to become fully productive members of society by achieving independence and meaningful employment. Our programs impact both employers and job seekers. Our bottom line is to tailor our services to fit your needs. And our promise to you is consistent professional service with responsive and responsible follow-up.
Under broad supervision, identifies barriers to employment, refers clients to other support agencies, and assist clients/consumers with job readiness skills, job search strategies, and job interview preparation. Provides job placement and consumer/client employment assessments. Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision. Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned area. Conducts pre-placement assessment of job skills, job development and analysis. Follows-up with employer to ensure client's performance is satisfactory and resolves any problems. Identifies and/or develops job opportunities in the community. Identifies training needs and designs training materials for the programs. Interviews clients to obtain employment history, educational background and/or goals. Negotiates, writes and executes appropriate arrangements for services. Orients clients/consumers to all rules, regulations, and processes pertaining to job searches. Performs case management and record keeping duties. Provides assistance, counsel and information to workers, clients/consumers on all aspects of employment search and career planning. Provides job readiness training to individuals and/or groups. Provides specialized employment and career counseling services. Secures job placement for consumers/clients in the community
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