Vocational Evaluator
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Program Placement: Career Development Center. --This position will support Providence and the Southern Region of Rhode Island.--Supervision: The Vocational Evaluator works as a member of a team but reports directly to the Director of Vocational ServicesWork Year Requirement: Full-time; 260 daysResponsibilities:Ensure compliance with Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS) standards for assessment and all authorized vocational rehabilitation services, including Pre-Employment Transition ServicesReview referrals of students to determine eligibility for service and evaluation procedures. Maintain database of referralsDetermine students' vocational interests, aptitudes, capabilities, and needs utilizing a variety of vocational assessment tools and strategiesConfer with students, parents, ORS counselors, and school personnel on assessment interpretations.Attend IEP/IPE meetings and assist with integrating assessment results into appropriate transition/vocational goals and objectivesProvide vocational counseling on an individual and/or group basisMaintain ongoing communication with ORS counselors, students, parents and other professionals regarding students' progressInsure necessary accommodations for students with hearing and visual impairments through coordination with SBVI and the RI Program for Students with Dual Sensory ImpairmentsWork with other project staff in meeting the overall goals of the projectSubmit all required reports in a timely mannerOther tasks as assigned by Director or designeeMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Education, Human Services or other related fieldDemonstrated report writing skills in the area of vocational evaluationStrong communication and interpersonal skillsThree years of experience working with youth with disabilitiesKnowledge of Special Education and Rehabilitation laws, regulations and servicesComputer skills; knowledge of current assistive technologyStart Date: ImmediateApplication Deadline: Open until filledWest Bay Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerPI642bc48438f5-25660-#######3