Vocational Evaluator - Employment Support Specialist

Key / Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Under supervision, schedules and administers psycho-educational testing / assessments to assess cognitive and other abilities and achievement levels of individuals with disabilities referred for evaluation and services across the Rockland to mid-Hudson Valley region, including Orange and potentially Dutchess counties.

Scores tests following appropriate guidelines and compiles ratings for assessments administered to each person we support (PWS).

Writes comprehensive, individualized reports for each PWS (9 14 pages) summarizing test results.

Interprets results of assessments and makes appropriate recommendations for accommodations and employment / educational goals based on strengths, weaknesses, achievement level and personal goals of PWS.

Presents the findings of the report and recommendations for PWS at a case conference including the PWS, referring ACCES-VR counselor and other relevant individuals (e.

g. parents, school staff, etc.)

Supports employment services program needs and additional services by performing job development and job coaching services, as needed including :

Post-Secondary and Job Exploration Counseling

Career Exploration Assessments

Community based workplace assessments

Instructing individuals in Self-Advocacy

Providing Work Readiness training to groups in-person and remotely.

Facilitating services in alignment with state authorizations and timelines and requesting extensions as needed.

Conducts all work in accordance with agency policies / procedures and ensures confidentiality of records.

Completes all mandatory OPWDD / ACCES-VR / YAI trainings.

Builds and maintains Positive Relationships and rapport with people supported and circle of support.

Ensures billing and case notes are completed accurately and timely.

Completes monthly progress reports.

Performs all related work, as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Master’s Degree in vocational rehab counseling or related area, approved by ACCES-VR; and

One year experience in vocational rehabilitation or other suitable fields (e.g. counseling, testing, working with the I / DD community, etc.); or

Satisfactory combination of education, experience and / or training approved by ACCES-VR; however, all candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree in an approved area.

Familiarity with standardized testing / assessments

Routinely travel within the Rockland to mid-Hudson Valley region, including Orange and potentially Dutchess counties.

Basic knowledge and awareness of I / DD and other disability groups

Basic knowledge of employment laws and regulations

Emotional Intelligence

Counseling skills

Advanced written and verbal communications

Basic computer knowledge

Preferred Qualification Requirements

In-depth understanding of and experience conducting standardized assessments

Compensation range

$20.67 / hour - $26.45 / hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran.

YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.