Blind Services Rehabilitation Associate II

Overview

The Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DBVI) Blind Services Rehabilitation Associate will provide Independent Living casework duties. These duties include consumer interviews and creation of Independent Living Plans and services. This is a great opportunity to join the DBVI Montpelier team to assist individuals who are blind or visually impaired to meet their independent living and career goals.

 

Upon receipt of referrals, the Blind Services Rehabilitation Associate conducts interviews with consumers to elicit information required for determination of eligibility and requests medical documentation of disabilities when necessary. The position assists, advises and guides consumers in development of an Independent Living Plan (ILP). Through regular reviews, the position monitors consumer progress toward completion of goals. Authorizes normal expenditures for training, equipment, or other consumer needs. Maintains detailed case notes on assigned caseload and processes required paperwork to document case openings and closings. Refers consumers to other organizations for needed services. Assists the regional office with administrative duties including a significant amount of bill paying and office organization.  

 

A person in this position cares about helping people meet their goals and has great communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency with productivity software and software for case management are essential. Experience working with people who are blind or visually impaired is preferred.

 

As of July 14, 2024 the step 1 rate for pay grade 21 will be $23.76 per hour.

Who May Apply

This position, Blind Services Rehabilitation Associate II (Job Requisition #50423), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

 

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

 

Level I: 50419

Level II: 50423

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Taya.Tarr@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Due to client visual impairments and/or mobility limitations, most client contact is in the client`s home necessitating considerable travel. Duties are otherwise largely performed in a standard office setting.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor`s degree AND two (2) years at a technical level in a human services or medical setting, involving direct client or patient contact.

OR

Associate Degree in a human services field AND three (3) years at or above an intermediate clerical level in a human service or medical setting, involving direct client or patient contact.
 

Note: Additional experience at a technical level or above may be substituted for the educational requirement on a six months for a semester basis.

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgi