State of Idaho
Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator
State of Idaho, Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States, 83401
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Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator
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Description
Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator
“VR Coordinator”
Assigned to Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
Current Opening in Idaho Falls - Base location is: 502 Woodruff Avenue, Idaho Falls
Salary: $22.66 per hour (40 hours per week)
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
Our Vision
An Idaho where all individuals with disabilities have the opportunity to participate in the workforce and employers value their contributions.
Our Mission
To prepare individuals with disabilities for employment and career opportunities while meeting the needs of the employer.
Purpose Of Position
This position is responsible for delivering and/or coordinating services to students and participants with disabilities, overseeing student/participant progress, and ensuring services are delivered according to each student’s/participant’s plan. The role involves working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including management personnel, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors, other VR Coordinators, and Technical Records Specialists. In addition, this role may act as a liaison with educational institutions, employers, public agencies, community partners, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate student/participant access to pre-employment transition services. The Pre-ETS role also emphasizes hands‑on instruction, workshops, and facilitating work‑based learning experiences to develop student’s skills and prepare them for employment.
Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery & Caseload Coordination: Provide individual and group vocational and career services tailored to student’s/participant’s strengths and goals, including workshops and activities that develop workplace skills, coordination for a caseload of students/participants, and ensuring timely delivery of services aligned with each student’s/participant’s Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) and/or Pre-ETS goals
Workplace Readiness Training: Organize and conduct training sessions to enhance job readiness, including resume writing, interview skills, job searching, teamwork, and professional communication
Self‑Advocacy Instruction: Coach students/participants on self‑advocacy skills, empowering them to understand their rights and effectively communicate their needs in educational and workplace settings
Enrollment Counseling: Support students/participants in exploring educational pathways, providing guidance on enrollment, financial aid, and other resources to facilitate post‑secondary success
Collaboration with Partners: Partner with school personnel, employers, and community organizations to ensure students/participants receive necessary supports and accommodations. Participate in IEP meetings to provide relevant updates to educational teams
Job Exploration Counseling: Assist students/participants in identifying career interests, exploring job options, and setting realistic career goals aligned with labor market demands
Work‑Based Learning Coordination: Facilitate various hands‑on learning opportunities for students/participants such as internships, job shadowing, and mentoring . Collaborate with community partners to create and support these experiences
Progress Monitoring & Student Support Coordination: Maintain accurate documentation of services and student/participant progress, adjusting support in collaboration with the service team as needed and may act as the primary contact for students/participants and families, proactively providing support and engagement throughout the Pre‑ETS and IDVR process
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and documentation standards. Prepare and submit reports to supervisors and stakeholders
Resource Referrals and Advocacy: Connect students/participants and families with community resources and advocate for access to appropriate supports to promote academic and professional success. Provide follow‑up support after placement in work‑based learning or employment
Professional Development: Engage in ongoing learning to stay current with best practices, labor market trends, and available resources to enhance service quality
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications (MQs)
Some knowledge of:
Human behavior and performance
Individual differences in abilities, personality and interests
Learning and motivation
Cultural differences
MQs Specialties
Experience using software tools such as Microsoft Office and other applications, for information tracking, reporting, and managing tasks efficiently
Ability and willingness to travel which may include overnight stays
The above minimum qualifications are typically gained by one or more of the following:
At least two (2) years work experience in Vocational Rehabilitation, case management, or working with students with disabilities in an educational or community setting, including experience with caseload tracking, and/or coordinating services and resources for individuals with disabilities; or
Completion of a Bachelor’s degree program in Vocational Rehabilitation, Special Education, Social Work, Psychology or a related field; or
An Associate degree with one (1) year of work experience as described above
This is a classified position in the State of Idaho’s classification system. With prior approval, this position is eligible to accrue compensatory time off for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per week
Recruitment Contact
Questions about the position or the application process can be directed to Julie Davis, Human Resource Associate, 208‑287‑6451 or Julie.Davis@VR.Idaho.Gov
Benefits
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:
One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI) that offers a defined lifetime benefit at retirement
2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre‑tax and Roth options
Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre‑tax
11 paid holidays
Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
Employee assistance program
Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html
EEO/ADA/Veteran
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator
role at
State of Idaho
Description
Vocational Rehabilitation Coordinator
“VR Coordinator”
Assigned to Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
Current Opening in Idaho Falls - Base location is: 502 Woodruff Avenue, Idaho Falls
Salary: $22.66 per hour (40 hours per week)
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
Our Vision
An Idaho where all individuals with disabilities have the opportunity to participate in the workforce and employers value their contributions.
Our Mission
To prepare individuals with disabilities for employment and career opportunities while meeting the needs of the employer.
Purpose Of Position
This position is responsible for delivering and/or coordinating services to students and participants with disabilities, overseeing student/participant progress, and ensuring services are delivered according to each student’s/participant’s plan. The role involves working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including management personnel, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors, other VR Coordinators, and Technical Records Specialists. In addition, this role may act as a liaison with educational institutions, employers, public agencies, community partners, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate student/participant access to pre-employment transition services. The Pre-ETS role also emphasizes hands‑on instruction, workshops, and facilitating work‑based learning experiences to develop student’s skills and prepare them for employment.
Key Responsibilities
Service Delivery & Caseload Coordination: Provide individual and group vocational and career services tailored to student’s/participant’s strengths and goals, including workshops and activities that develop workplace skills, coordination for a caseload of students/participants, and ensuring timely delivery of services aligned with each student’s/participant’s Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) and/or Pre-ETS goals
Workplace Readiness Training: Organize and conduct training sessions to enhance job readiness, including resume writing, interview skills, job searching, teamwork, and professional communication
Self‑Advocacy Instruction: Coach students/participants on self‑advocacy skills, empowering them to understand their rights and effectively communicate their needs in educational and workplace settings
Enrollment Counseling: Support students/participants in exploring educational pathways, providing guidance on enrollment, financial aid, and other resources to facilitate post‑secondary success
Collaboration with Partners: Partner with school personnel, employers, and community organizations to ensure students/participants receive necessary supports and accommodations. Participate in IEP meetings to provide relevant updates to educational teams
Job Exploration Counseling: Assist students/participants in identifying career interests, exploring job options, and setting realistic career goals aligned with labor market demands
Work‑Based Learning Coordination: Facilitate various hands‑on learning opportunities for students/participants such as internships, job shadowing, and mentoring . Collaborate with community partners to create and support these experiences
Progress Monitoring & Student Support Coordination: Maintain accurate documentation of services and student/participant progress, adjusting support in collaboration with the service team as needed and may act as the primary contact for students/participants and families, proactively providing support and engagement throughout the Pre‑ETS and IDVR process
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and documentation standards. Prepare and submit reports to supervisors and stakeholders
Resource Referrals and Advocacy: Connect students/participants and families with community resources and advocate for access to appropriate supports to promote academic and professional success. Provide follow‑up support after placement in work‑based learning or employment
Professional Development: Engage in ongoing learning to stay current with best practices, labor market trends, and available resources to enhance service quality
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications (MQs)
Some knowledge of:
Human behavior and performance
Individual differences in abilities, personality and interests
Learning and motivation
Cultural differences
MQs Specialties
Experience using software tools such as Microsoft Office and other applications, for information tracking, reporting, and managing tasks efficiently
Ability and willingness to travel which may include overnight stays
The above minimum qualifications are typically gained by one or more of the following:
At least two (2) years work experience in Vocational Rehabilitation, case management, or working with students with disabilities in an educational or community setting, including experience with caseload tracking, and/or coordinating services and resources for individuals with disabilities; or
Completion of a Bachelor’s degree program in Vocational Rehabilitation, Special Education, Social Work, Psychology or a related field; or
An Associate degree with one (1) year of work experience as described above
This is a classified position in the State of Idaho’s classification system. With prior approval, this position is eligible to accrue compensatory time off for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per week
Recruitment Contact
Questions about the position or the application process can be directed to Julie Davis, Human Resource Associate, 208‑287‑6451 or Julie.Davis@VR.Idaho.Gov
Benefits
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:
One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI) that offers a defined lifetime benefit at retirement
2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre‑tax and Roth options
Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre‑tax
11 paid holidays
Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
Employee assistance program
Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html
EEO/ADA/Veteran
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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