JOB
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Examples of work include counseling and guiding individuals with disabilities through the vocational rehabilitation process; conducting diagnostic interviews; collecting, reviewing, and interpreting educational, medical, psychological, social, and vocational information; determining eligibility and the need for vocational rehabilitation services; developing individualized plans for employment; coordinating referrals to medical, psychological, psychiatric, educational, employment, and community resources; authorizing and monitoring services in accordance with applicable policies and procedures; preparing case reports, correspondence, and documentation; monitoring consumer progress toward plan completion and employment outcomes; participating in job development, job placement, and follow-up activities; exploring comparable benefits; maintaining contact with schools, employers, hospitals, physicians, service providers, and other referral sources; educating consumers and referral sources regarding vocational rehabilitation programs and processes; assisting with post-employment service determinations; and performing related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Essential functions include conducting interviews and assessments to determine consumer needs; reviewing and interpreting consumer records and evaluation results; determining eligibility and appropriate vocational rehabilitation services; developing and monitoring individualized plans for employment; counseling and guiding consumers toward employment outcomes; coordinating referrals and services with community partners, providers, schools, employers, and other agencies; authorizing services and expenditures in accordance with applicable policies and procedures; documenting case activity accurately and timely in the agency’s case management system; preparing reports, correspondence, and case records; monitoring consumer progress and service delivery; supporting job development, placement, and follow-up activities; maintaining effective working relationships with consumers, families, providers, employers, and agency staff; complying with applicable appeal processes and program requirements; and performing related professional vocational rehabilitation duties as assigned.
