Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 1, (NY HELPS), Box ACS-3245/45238

Duties Description The New York State Education Department's (NYSED) Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services - Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) is seeking candidates for a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position in the Brooklyn VR District Office. This office assists persons with disabilities to attain employment, educational, and / or independent living goals. Duties of this position includes, but is not limited to, the following :

• Manage a caseload, including writing case notes and maintaining supporting documentation;
• Determine eligibility;
• Develop employment goals and Individualized Plans for Employment;
• Purchase goods and services as needed for individuals to reach their employment goals;
• Coordinate the resources of the family, community, and specialists; and
• Determine case closure.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

NY HELPS

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b / c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are :

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 1 : Bachelor's degree or higher AND EITHER

1. Enrollment in a master's degree program in rehabilitation counseling, OR

2. Master's degree or higher in a related degree field

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 2 : Bachelor's degree or higher AND EITHER

1. Completion of 50% of the coursework toward a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, OR

2. Master's degree or higher in a related degree field

3. Master's degree or higher in a related degree field

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor :

1) A current Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) credential as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)

2) Master's degree or higher in rehabilitation counseling, OR

3) Master's degree or higher in a related degree field

4) Master's degree or high in a related degree field

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Reassignment : Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b / c service as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. Employees of ACCES-VR who are currently in a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position and are interested in transferring to the location listed on this flyer MUST apply for the position as outlined in the Application section of this flyer.

Eligible List Appointment : Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.

Section 70.1 Transfer to Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor : Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b / c service in either of the following titles : Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Spanish Language) or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Manual Communications).

55b / c Appointment : This position is eligible for 55b / c designation and candidates with 55b / c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b / c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications :

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 1 : Bachelor's degree or higher AND EITHER

1. Enrollment in a master's degree program in rehabilitation counseling, OR

2. Master's degree or higher in a related degree field

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 2 : Bachelor's degree or higher AND EITHER

1. Completion of 50% of the coursework toward a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, OR

2. Master's degree or higher in a related degree field

3. Master's degree or higher in a related degree field

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor :

1) A current Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) credential as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), OR

2) Master's degree or higher in rehabilitation counseling, OR

3) Master's degree or higher in a related degree field

4) Master's degree or high in a related degree field

Communication Disorders (including Speech Language Disorders and Pathology), Counseling (including Addictions, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Marriage and Family, School Guidance), Disability Studies, Hearing Impaired Education / Rehabilitation, Orientation and Mobility, Psychology, School Rehabilitation Services (including Occupational and Physical Therapy), Social Work, Special Education,

Visually Impaired Education and Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Vocational Assessment / Evaluation, OR experience assisting persons with disabilities to attain employment, educational, and / or independent living goals.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT : This will be a permanent, competitive appointment or a permanent, non-competitive appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees' negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. For 55b / c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b / c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Verification of enrollment, degree, and / or CRC certificate will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. This position will require 40% in-state travel. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period.

This position may be filled as a traineeship. The starting salary for this position is outlined below. For current New York State employees, salary is based on the candidate's salary at the time of hire. Candidates appointed at the trainee level will be required to successfully complete the traineeship to advance to the full performance level title and salary.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $87,032 based on annual performance advances and traineeship advances.

Based on this position's location, in addition to the listed base salary, this position also receives a $3,400 Downstate Adjustment.

APPLICATION : Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 19, 2025 to accesjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ACS-3245 / 45238) in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.

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Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address accesjobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

Notes on Applying APPLICATION : Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 19, 2025 to accesjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ACS-3245 / 45238) in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

Salary : $87,032