Program Placement: Career Development Center

The Majority of this position services districts within the East Bay, such as: Barrington, Bristol/Warren, East Providence, Little Compton, Middletown, Portsmouth, and Tiverton.

Supervision: The Vocational Evaluator works as a member of a team but reports directly to the Director of Vocational Services

Work Year Requirement: Full-time; 260 days

Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with Office of Rehabilitation Services (ORS) standards for assessment and all authorized vocational rehabilitation services, including Pre-Employment Transition Services
Review referrals of students to determine eligibility for service and evaluation procedures. Maintain database of referrals
Determine students' vocational interests, aptitudes, capabilities, and needs utilizing a variety of vocational assessment tools and strategies
Confer with students, parents, ORS counselors, and school personnel on assessment interpretations.
Attend IEP/IPE meetings and assist with integrating assessment results into appropriate transition/vocational goals and objectives
Provide vocational counseling on an individual and/or group basis
Maintain ongoing communication with ORS counselors, students, parents and other professionals regarding students' progress
Insure necessary accommodations for students with hearing and visual impairments through coordination with SBVI and the RI Program for Students with Dual Sensory Impairments
Work with other project staff in meeting the overall goals of the project
Submit all required reports in a timely manner
Other tasks as assigned by Director or designee

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Human Services or other related field
Demonstrated report writing skills in the area of vocational evaluation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Three years of experience working with youth with disabilities
Knowledge of Special Education and Rehabilitation laws, regulations and services
Computer skills; knowledge of current assistive technology

West Bay Collaborative is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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Vocational Evaluator - East Bay Region