Vocational Evaluator (REPOST) - Evaluation Center

State of South Carolina • South Congaree, SC

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About The Position

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. 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. South Carolina is making our veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Click here for eligibility requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Counseling, Psychology or Mental Health
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support