State of Washington
DSHS DVR Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor
State of Washington, Bellevue, Washington, us, 98009
Overview
DSHS DVR Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor Are you a leader with a desire to support students, youths and adults with disabilities by providing vocational rehabilitation services that assist them in obtaining and maintaining employment? Join the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and our hard-working team of professionals in SeaTac as a Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor. As Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor you will supervise an office, or group of small offices, of vocational rehabilitation counselors and other staff that comprise an organizational unit in the delivery of vocational rehabilitation services to students, youth, and adults with disabilities. Under the general direction of a DVR Regional Administrator, you will supervise unit administrative and case services budget allotments with binding signature authority and distribute/redistribute funds according to availability and needs. You will also provide individual training and direction to vocational rehabilitation counselors and other staff. The Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor develops and maintains external organizational working relationships required to integrate vocational rehabilitation service delivery within the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, which co-enrolls clients into their services. This includes assigning and monitoring community liaison roles to journey vocational rehabilitation counselors who must also maintain close working relationships with specific organizations. King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. Some of what you will do:
Supervise work units with responsibility for scheduling work, assignment of cases, methodology of case handling and the integration of all services necessary for successful rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities
Develop unit budget; assign funds accordingly and monitor expenditures of funds for consistency with agency policy
Review and approve specified individualized plans for employment; conduct case services and fiscal reviews; explain and interpret policy to staff
Provide training and coaching on an individual counselor or unit level to develop and enhance skill, knowledge and performance expectations through the total rehabilitation process, including programs such as supported employment, rehabilitation engineering/assistive technology, school-to-work transition, and independent living as mandated by federal and state regulations
Monitor individual counselor and unit work plans, reporting progress to the Area Administrator on a regular basis
Conduct performance evaluations of staff within the unit
Gather and assimilate information for representing the Department in Fair Hearings
Respond to subpoenas, dispositions and/or make court appearances on behalf of the Department
Participate in statewide, regional, and unit staff meetings, classes, workshops, agency training, professional workshops, and conferences
Qualifications
Professionals with the following should apply: Four years of paid experience as a vocational rehabilitation counselor or similar paid experience in vocational counseling, job placement, vocational assessment, or other areas of rehabilitation counseling. This experience may be gained either before or after obtaining the qualifying education or CRCC certification. One year of paid experience may be substituted with unpaid experience consisting of direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center or direct service or advocacy activities that provide such individuals with experience and skill in working with individuals with disabilities. AND A Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, psychology, counseling, or a field related to vocational rehabilitation. The following Master’s degrees will qualify:
Rehabilitation Counseling
Psychology with an emphasis/major concentration in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, School Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Marriage, Family and Child Counseling, or Counseling
Education with an emphasis/major in Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Educational Counseling, Counseling and Guidance, Mental Health Counseling, Community Counseling, School Counseling, or Vocational Evaluation
OR a current Certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC). OR a Master’s degree with at least 18 quarters and 12 semester credit hours specified as follows: ONE graduate course focusing on Theories and Techniques of Counseling; THREE graduate courses in Occupational Information, Job Development and Placement, Medical Aspects of Disabilities, Foundations of Rehabilitation, Psychological Aspects of Disabilities, or Personal and Vocational Adjustment; TWO graduate courses in Assessment, Research Methodology, Vocational and Career Development, Community Resources, Case Management, or Delivery of Rehabilitation. The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision is to provide human services that shape people’s lives. We value equity, anti-racism, and social justice in our work with DSHS and strive for greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Questions about this opportunity?
Please contact reema.goyal@dshs.wa.gov and reference project number 07075. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history may be conducted. Information from the background check will be considered in determining suitability and competence. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license and liability insurance if using a privately owned vehicle. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services. For accommodation requests, contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may use Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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DSHS DVR Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor Are you a leader with a desire to support students, youths and adults with disabilities by providing vocational rehabilitation services that assist them in obtaining and maintaining employment? Join the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and our hard-working team of professionals in SeaTac as a Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor. As Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor you will supervise an office, or group of small offices, of vocational rehabilitation counselors and other staff that comprise an organizational unit in the delivery of vocational rehabilitation services to students, youth, and adults with disabilities. Under the general direction of a DVR Regional Administrator, you will supervise unit administrative and case services budget allotments with binding signature authority and distribute/redistribute funds according to availability and needs. You will also provide individual training and direction to vocational rehabilitation counselors and other staff. The Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor develops and maintains external organizational working relationships required to integrate vocational rehabilitation service delivery within the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, which co-enrolls clients into their services. This includes assigning and monitoring community liaison roles to journey vocational rehabilitation counselors who must also maintain close working relationships with specific organizations. King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. Some of what you will do:
Supervise work units with responsibility for scheduling work, assignment of cases, methodology of case handling and the integration of all services necessary for successful rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities
Develop unit budget; assign funds accordingly and monitor expenditures of funds for consistency with agency policy
Review and approve specified individualized plans for employment; conduct case services and fiscal reviews; explain and interpret policy to staff
Provide training and coaching on an individual counselor or unit level to develop and enhance skill, knowledge and performance expectations through the total rehabilitation process, including programs such as supported employment, rehabilitation engineering/assistive technology, school-to-work transition, and independent living as mandated by federal and state regulations
Monitor individual counselor and unit work plans, reporting progress to the Area Administrator on a regular basis
Conduct performance evaluations of staff within the unit
Gather and assimilate information for representing the Department in Fair Hearings
Respond to subpoenas, dispositions and/or make court appearances on behalf of the Department
Participate in statewide, regional, and unit staff meetings, classes, workshops, agency training, professional workshops, and conferences
Qualifications
Professionals with the following should apply: Four years of paid experience as a vocational rehabilitation counselor or similar paid experience in vocational counseling, job placement, vocational assessment, or other areas of rehabilitation counseling. This experience may be gained either before or after obtaining the qualifying education or CRCC certification. One year of paid experience may be substituted with unpaid experience consisting of direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center or direct service or advocacy activities that provide such individuals with experience and skill in working with individuals with disabilities. AND A Master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, psychology, counseling, or a field related to vocational rehabilitation. The following Master’s degrees will qualify:
Rehabilitation Counseling
Psychology with an emphasis/major concentration in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, School Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Marriage, Family and Child Counseling, or Counseling
Education with an emphasis/major in Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Educational Counseling, Counseling and Guidance, Mental Health Counseling, Community Counseling, School Counseling, or Vocational Evaluation
OR a current Certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC). OR a Master’s degree with at least 18 quarters and 12 semester credit hours specified as follows: ONE graduate course focusing on Theories and Techniques of Counseling; THREE graduate courses in Occupational Information, Job Development and Placement, Medical Aspects of Disabilities, Foundations of Rehabilitation, Psychological Aspects of Disabilities, or Personal and Vocational Adjustment; TWO graduate courses in Assessment, Research Methodology, Vocational and Career Development, Community Resources, Case Management, or Delivery of Rehabilitation. The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision is to provide human services that shape people’s lives. We value equity, anti-racism, and social justice in our work with DSHS and strive for greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Questions about this opportunity?
Please contact reema.goyal@dshs.wa.gov and reference project number 07075. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history may be conducted. Information from the background check will be considered in determining suitability and competence. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license and liability insurance if using a privately owned vehicle. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services. For accommodation requests, contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may use Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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