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Vocational Evaluator I/Job Preparedness Instructor - Oconee/Pickens Area Office

State of South Carolina

Oconee County, SCFull-time$38–49K/yrPosted 1w agoStill listed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$38–49K/yr
Location
Oconee County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Vocational Evaluator I/Job Preparedness Instructor prepares and assists eligible South Carolinians with disabilities in achieving and maintaining competitive employment. The role coordinates vocational counseling, guidance, job search, and direct placement; develops community relationships that generate referrals; and conducts vocational assessments and career exploration leading to individualized employment plans. It also includes weekly caseload management.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Vocational Counseling, nice to haveGuidance, nice to haveJob Search, nice to haveDirect Placement, nice to haveCommunity Relationship Development, nice to haveVocational Assessment, nice to haveCareer Exploration, nice to haveCaseload Management, nice to haveEffective Communication, requiredLogical Thinking, requiredProblem Definition, requiredData Collection, requiredFact Establishment, requiredValid Conclusions, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Counseling, Psychology, or Mental Health, nice to haveBachelor's in Any Field or Human Services Experience, nice to haveProfessional Experience in Human Services, Social Services, or Related Field, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Parental Leave

Full job description

Join South Carolina state government where you can have a meaningful career, incomparable benefits, and a positive work-life balance!

In this position you will perform the following job duties:• Prepare & assist eligible South Carolinians with disabilities to achieve and maintain competitive employment by coordinating services to include vocational counseling, guidance, job search and direct placement.

  • Develop and maintain community relationships that result in referrals and applications for SCVR services

  • Conduct and coordinate vocational assessments and career exploration that leads to the development of an individualized plan for employment (IPE).

  • Complete caseload management activities weekly

  • Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology or Mental Health or Bachelor’s Degree in any other field with professional experience in human services, social services or related field is preferred.

  • Should be able to communicate effectively to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, vendors, employers, and coworkers.

  • Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

If invited to interview, please obtain your Official 10 year driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles to bring with you.

Official transcripts will be required to verify college degree.The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
  • 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
  • 15 days sick leave per year
  • 13 paid holidays
  • State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
  • Paid Parental Leave

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