Sr Rehabilitation Counselor (CFB #23438) State of New Mexico - 3.5 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $27.37 - $41.06 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Posting Details SHARE is currently working on a system update for applicants who use screen readers. A screen reader is a software application that enables people with visual impairments to use a computer. Screen readers work closely with the computer's operating system to provide information about icons, menus, dialogue boxes, files and folders. If you are applying with a screen reader and need assistance, please contact Chelsea Talamante at (505) 476-4460. Why does the job exist? Provides vocational rehabilitation services to persons who are blind or low vision in order that they may obtain, maintain, or advance in employment. How does it get done? Incumbent determines an applicant's eligibility for Commission services; identifies any and all disabilities and medical conditions that may represent impediments to employment; coordinates adjustment counseling; coordinates blindness skills training; conducts a career assessment to identify a vocational goal that is consistent with the client's unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, interests, and informed choice; jointly develops an Individualized Plan for Employment that describes the services that are necessary to achieve the vocational goal; coordinates the delivery of the services described in the Individualized Plan for Employment; and provides and coordinates job placement services as necessary. Who are the customers? Persons with blindness or low vision, family members, school personnel, and employers. Ideal Candidate Persons with blindness or low vision, family members, school personnel, and employers. Minimum Qualification Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Vocational Rehabilitation, Sociology, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, or related degree as referenced by NMAC. Employment Requirements Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Working Conditions Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage. Regularly works with individuals with secondary disabilities, some of which resulting in challenging behaviors. Occasionally exposed to service animals. Regular travel is required within service territory, including occasional overnight travel using agency vehicles. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here

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Chelsea Talamante Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.