at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Lewiston, Idaho, United States Job Description Counselor for the Blind, Senior Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date. Starting salary may depend on experience.

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Agency Information:

ICBVI is a state agency which has been serving Idahoans since 1967. The agency assists blind and visually impaired persons to achieve independence by providing education, developing work skills, increasing self-confidence, and helping them remain employed or prepare for employment. Our mission is to empower persons who are blind or visually impaired by providing vocational rehabilitation, skills training, and educational opportunities to achieve self-fulfillment through quality employment and independent living.

Position Summary:

To plan and direct regional staff in client rehabilitation; provide rehabilitation services for the blind; counsel clients in adjusting to blindness; perform related work.

Job Responsibilities:

Administrative + Supervises staff and/or contractors regarding client rehabilitation plan development and program goals and procedures + Assigns work and evaluates performance + Evaluates programs to ensure compliance with State and Commission standards + Recommends budget and staffing needs + Approves rehabilitation plans + Recommends policy and procedure changes to management + Represents the Commission at service organization meetings + May substitute teach and direct orientation staff training activities Public relations + Responds to inquiries concerning blindness and department services + Maintains current information about technology and equipment available to the blind + Prepares and gives disability-awareness presentations to community and employer groups regarding blindness and available services + Presents in-service training to public organizations and service providers on how to respond to the needs of blind persons Rehabilitation services + Contacts doctors, public and private agencies and other referral sources to locate potential clients and explain services + Interviews clients to determine eligibility, and scope of services needed + Completes application for services + Obtains necessary medical information on clients To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account