Job Code: 21-1015 Salary: $15.02 - $28.39
Status: Full-time, Permanent Department: Tribal Vocational Rehabilitation
Location: Ionkwakiohkwarorons Suite 112 Reports To: TVR Program Manager
Telecommute: Yes Fleet: Yes
Summary: Under the direction of the TVR Program Manager the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor is responsible for conducting intakes, determining eligibility, and assisting the consumers with disabilities in their Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) and pursuing of their individual goals. The Counselor meets with the Program Manager once a week for case conference, and attends scheduled staff meetings. The Counselor is to complete all required paperwork and computer data entry on his/her respective consumers that he/she works with. The counselor should have knowledge of various disabilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Responsible for working with consumers throughout entire VR process including: intake, eligibility determination, Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE) development, and assisting with follow through of all activities and goals.
- Responsible for providing the highest quality of guidance and counselling to all consumers on caseload
- Knowledge of various disabilities
- Knowledge of acts, laws, regulations and policies as it applies to Vocational Rehabilitation and people with disabilities
- Able to demonstrate sound ethics and practices in every aspect of position
- Able to write detailed and concise IPEs, case notes and reports as necessary
- Works with outside agencies and programs as they pertain to Vocational Rehabilitation and employment opportunities
- Works with appropriate school staff and students with disabilities to assist with transition phase from high school to work/college
- Maintain regular contact with all consumers through appointments booked at least monthly
- Able to effectively manage time in order to accommodate entire caseload
- Responsible for liaising with area businesses on job leads in order to provide employment opportunities to qualified consumers
- Responsible for working with consumers throughout specific parts of the VR process including: resume building, interviewing skill/techniques, time management and financial literacy
- Participate in Case Conferencing with TVR Staff
- Submits financial requests to Program Manager on behalf of consumers directly in line with vocational rehabilitation
- Provide In-Services Training to outside agencies and programs to provide a comprehensive overview of TVR and the vocational rehabilitation process
- Attend area events such as Wellness Day and Disabilities Awareness Day to provide information to the public about TVR
- Maintain accurate and up to date consumer case files, both hard files and in applicable software
- Refers consumers to other programs and agencies as deemed necessary in striving for successful outcomes
- Maintain strict adherence to confidentiality policy at all times
- Able to work in a team environment
- Required to complete an Award of Completion in TVR studies
- Complete additional training as required to maintain competency as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
- Other related duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no supervisor requirements for this position.
Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the sensitive nature of information obtained, must maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
- Knowledge of the Vocational Rehabilitation process an asset
- Working knowledge of area employment assistance programs
- Ability to act as an advocate on behalf of the consumers
Education and/or Experience:
- Associates Degree in the field of Human or Social Services or related field with working knowledge of various disabilities.
Other Skills and Abilities: Computer testing in the applicable skills may be a requirement during the interview process.
Reasoning Ability:
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy.
The successful candidate must pass a drug test and background check prior to employment.
Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses). Applicants that are eligible for native preference must include Tribal Identification Card, Status Card or letter to be eligible for Native Preference. All submissions can be emailed to human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655. Due to our network security, we are unable to open hyperlinks. Applicants will need to attach their documents as a PDF or WORD files if emailing. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.
NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the SRMT will give preference to the qualified native applicant.
DRUG TESTING POLICY
All positions require the successful candidate to pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
BACKGROUND CHECK
Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. Depending on the position there maybe multiple background checks.
INTERVIEW
Testing in the applicable skills may be required as part of the interview process.
EMPLOYEE COVID VACCINATION POLICY
Effective July 3, 2023, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe no longer requires the COVID-19 Vaccination for any positions within the organization, to include Health Services.