The Field Rehabilitation Services Division has an opportunity for a motivated individual interested in a trainee position in the field of vocational rehabilitation counseling for the deaf and hard of hearing. The selected candidate will receive hands-on work experience and training in vocational rehabilitation while pursuing the educational requirements, leading to becoming a qualified Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. This individual will provide entry-level vocational rehabilitation services under direct supervision to eligible persons who are deaf and hard of hearing in the Washington , Lee, Scott, Dickenson, Russell, Smyth, Carroll, Wise, Buchanan, Bland, Tazewell, Wythe, Grayson, Giles, Montgomery , Pulaski, and Floyd Counties , cities of Bristol , Galax, Norton, and Radford.
Responsibilities: Provide case management services including guidance, counseling, training and physical/mental restoration services. Assist with planning, developing, and implementing vocationally focused service plans that identify customer goals, services and costs to help them achieve an employment outcome. Coordinate job placement services, including employer contacts, job development, job seeking skills training and rehabilitation technology services. Due to regional coverage, extensive travel is required.
Requirements: Fluency in American Sign Language required. Knowledge of and understanding of the communication, cultural, and psychosocial needs of persons who are deaf and hard of hearing. Some knowledge of the social, economic, medical, vocational and emotional issues impacting persons with disabilities; interviewing, evaluation, and counseling techniques; methods and tools for career counseling; ADA compliance; Working knowledge of Windows based software. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with community resources and individuals from diverse environments. Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing; to apply policies/procedures; and organize/manage multiple duties. Bachelor’s degree in a human services or related field required. College level transcripts must accompany application. An employee hired into the Counselor Trainee class will be required to sign a Conditions of Employment and must sign-up for Master’s degree within six months of being hired. Proof must be submitted to hiring manager that they have enrolled in a Master’s program. The employee must obtain Master’s degree within 5 years of employment. Successful candidate must pass criminal background investigation.
Note: The agency has the option of filling this job at the Counselor II level if a fully qualified applicant (Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or closely related field) applies and is selected. The Counselor II level is in a higher pay band (Pay Band 4 - Salary Range : $31,352 - $64,347).
Contact Information: Please visit our Career Center at www.vadrs.org for position information or how to apply for a position. To apply online, please visit http://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov. Applications must be submitted through the RMS online system unless the applicant has called in advance to request a reasonable accommodation. To request an accommodation or additional information call 804-726-1919. Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY - Reasonable accommodations upon request.
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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf (Counselor II)
Abingdon, Virginia
Pay Band 4 - Salary Range: $31,352 - $64,347
Position #00281
Closing Date – Open Until Filled***
The Field Rehabilitation Services Division is seeking a qualified VR Counselor for the Deaf to provide comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services to eligible persons with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities in the Washington, Lee, Scott, Dickenson, Russell, Smyth, Carroll, Wise, Buchanan, Bland, Tazewell, Wythe, Grayson, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, and Floyd Counties, cities of Bristol, Galax, Norton, and Radford.
Responsibilities: Provides comprehensive case management services including guidance, counseling, training and physical/mental restoration and job placement services. Develops, implements and manages vocationally focused service plans that identify customer goals, services and costs to help them achieve an employment outcome. Maintains detailed case notes and prepares position-related reports. Due to regional coverage, extensive travel is required.
Requirements: Considerable knowledge of the social, economic, medical, psychological and vocational issues impacting persons with disabilities; interviewing, evaluation, and counseling techniques; methods and tools for career counseling and exploration; and ADA compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community resources and individuals from diverse environments. Abilities to establish employment opportunities through contacts with businesses and organizations within the community; effectively communicate, orally and in writing; interpret and apply policies/procedures; and organize/manage multiple duties. Fluency in American Sign Language required. Successful candidate must have considerable knowledge of and understanding of the communication, cultural and psychosocial needs of persons who are deaf and hard of hearing. Working knowledge of Windows based computer software. Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or closely related field or current CRC required. Master’s level transcripts or copy of current certification, if applicable, must accompany application. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to transportation for daily travel. Salary is negotiable above the minimum of the pay band based on qualifications. This is a sensitive position, and the successful candidate will be subject to fingerprinting/ background investigation.
Contact Information: Please visit our Career Center at www.vadrs.org for position information or how to apply for a position. To apply online, please visit http://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov. Applications must be submitted through the RMS online system unless the applicant has called in advance to request a reasonable accommodation. To request an accommodation or additional information call
804-726-1919. Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY – Reasonable accommodations upon request.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled***
State Form 10-012 Required
Counselor II/
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for the Deaf
Hampton, Virginia
Pay Band 4 - Salary Range: $30,146 - $61,872
Position #00283
Closing Date – Open Until Filled***
The Field Rehabilitation Services Division is seeking a qualified VR Counselor for the Deaf to provide comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services to eligible persons with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities in the Hampton and surrounding areas.
Responsibilities: Provides comprehensive case management services including guidance, counseling, training and physical/mental restoration and job placement services. Develops, implements and manages vocationally focused service plans that identify customer goals, services and costs to help them achieve an employment outcome. Maintains detailed case notes and prepares position-related reports. Due to regional coverage, extensive travel is required.
Requirements: Considerable knowledge of the social, economic, medical, psychological and vocational issues impacting persons with disabilities; interviewing, evaluation, and counseling techniques; methods and tools for career counseling and exploration; and ADA compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community resources and individuals from diverse environments. Abilities to establish employment opportunities through contacts with businesses and organizations within the community; effectively communicate, orally and in writing; interpret and apply policies/procedures; and organize/manage multiple duties. Fluency in American Sign Language required. Successful candidate must have considerable knowledge of and understanding of the communication, cultural and psychosocial needs of persons who are deaf and hard of hearing. Working knowledge of Windows based computer software. Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or closely related field or current CRC required. Master’s level transcripts or copy of current certification, if applicable, must accompany application. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to transportation for daily travel. Salary is negotiable above the minimum of the pay band based on qualifications. This is a sensitive position, and the successful candidate will be subject to fingerprinting/ background investigation.
Contact Information: Please visit our Career Center at www.vadrs.org for the application process. Save time by applying on-line. You can even save your application for future use! If you don’t have computer access, call 804-726-1919 or contact your local VEC office for assistance. ***Applications will be accepted until at least 5:00 p.m., December 18, 2006. Applications received after this date may or may not be considered depending on the applicant pool. Applicants interviewed will be required to sign the application the day of the interview. Resumes may not be substituted for fully completed State applications. Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY – Reasonable accommodations upon request.
Closing Date: Open Until Filled***
State Form 10-012 Required
The Field Rehabilitation Services Division is seeking a qualified VR Counselor
for the Deaf to provide comprehensive vocational rehabilitation services to
eligible persons with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities in the Lynchburg,
Roanoke and surrounding areas.
Responsibilities: Provides comprehensive case management services
including guidance, counseling, training and physical/mental restoration and
job placement services. Develops, implements and manages vocationally focused
service plans that identify customer goals, services and costs to help them
achieve an employment outcome. Maintains detailed case notes and prepares position-related
reports. Due to regional coverage, extensive travel is required.
Requirements: Considerable knowledge of the social, economic,
medical, psychological and vocational issues impacting persons with disabilities;
interviewing, evaluation, and counseling techniques; methods and tools for career
counseling and exploration; and ADA compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability
to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community resources
and individuals from diverse environments. Abilities to establish employment
opportunities through contacts with businesses and organizations within the
community; effectively communicate, orally and in writing; interpret and apply
policies/procedures; and organize/manage multiple duties. Fluency in American
Sign Language required. Successful candidate must have considerable knowledge
of and understanding of the communication, cultural and psychosocial needs of
persons who are deaf and hard of hearing. Working knowledge of Windows based
computer software. Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or closely
related field or current CRC required. Master’s level transcripts or copy
of current certification, if applicable, must accompany application. Must have
a valid driver’s license and access to transportation for daily travel.
Salary is negotiable above the minimum of the pay band based on qualifications.
This is a sensitive position, and the successful candidate will be subject to
fingerprinting/ background investigation.
Contact Information: Please visit our Career Center at www.vadrs.org
for the application process. Save time by applying on-line. You can even save
your application for future use! If you don’t have computer access call
804-726-1919 or contact your local VEC office for assistance.
***Applications will be accepted until at least 5:00 p.m., August 30, 2006.
Applications received after this date may or may not be considered depending
on the applicant pool. Applicants interviewed will be required to sign the application
the day of the interview. Resumes may not be substituted for fully completed
State applications. Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to
apply. EEO/AA/TTY – Reasonable accommodations upon request.
Closing Date: August 30, 2006 or Open Until Filled***
FORMS REQUIRED: State Form 10-012
We will list them here free of charge.
Objective:
| To obtain an internship in the field of Digital Media |
| University: Gallaudet University, Washington DC - Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media |
| Graduation: May 2007 |
| Cumulative GPA: 3.5 |
| Honors: Dean’s List (Multiple semesters) |
Experience:
| Media | The USA Deaf Sports Federation (USADSF) 16th Winter Deaflympics Salt Lake City 2007 Salt Lake City Utah • Videographer • Editor (http://2007.usdeafsports.org) |
February 1 to 10 2007 |
| Math Tutor | Department of Tutorial & Instructional Programs Gallaudet University Washington DC • Tutored pre-algebra, algebra, statistics, pre-calculus to college students • Helped students prepare for their exams • Assisted students with understanding the process and foundations of various math concepts |
September 2002- Present |
| Central File Assistant | Campus Life - Gallaudet University Washington DC • Filed all incidents, damage, reservations forms • Created new files for new students • Handled customers, students at the front desk with their requests • Prepared paperwork for all references from outside |
May 2003- present |
| Assistant | Student Affairs - Gallaudet University Washington DC • Prepared paperwork for various cases under Judiciary Affairs • Created new files |
February –May 2003 |
| Demonstrator and Salesperson | Beijing Yadu Science & Technology Co., LTD Beijing, China • Taught Chinese Sign Language to employees at the SciTech Plaza Shopping Center and Beijing International Club Restaurant • Demonstrated the usage of the producet Yadu air purifier in front of all CEO, Government leaders, Supervisors to show that Deaf person is capable of giving presentation. • “Sign Language Corner” at the Shopping Center to increase awareness about deaf culture • Typed articles about issues regarding to economic the commercial center as well as internal company matters • Prepared and decorated at workplace for festivals • Received “Employee of Year” award (2000) |
January- December 2001 |
| Advertisement Designer | McDonald’s - Beijing, China • Responsible for decorations for parties and festivals • Designed and updated bulletin board in order to inform the people about upcoming events and parties. • Interpret for international deaf customers • Recognized with award for “Excellent Employee” |
September 1996-August 2000 |
| Product Processor | Black-Boned Chicken Essence Factory
- Beijing, China • Operated machine that processes medicines |
July 1993- August 1996 |
| English, American Sign Language, Chinese, Chinese Sign
Language Filmmaker, Motion Graphics Designer, Web Designer and Film-editing. |
| Gallaudet University Dance Company - Fall 2004 to Spring 2005 |
| Dance Company of Beijing -1981 to 1993 |
| Sports team of Beijing Deaf school- 1985 to 1993 |
| Advertisement activator of Deaf school- 1985-1993 |
| • Excellent employee-2000 Yadu Science and Technology Company Beijing, China |
| • Web Design second prize twice- 2000 A representative of Disable Persons’ Association of Beijing’s Xicheng District, China |
| • Excellent employee-1997 McDonald’s of Beijing, China |
| • Honor student and dancer- 1986-1993 |