Description

We need your experience in working with people who have disabilities to find assistive technology solutions that aid them in pursuing vocational goals. Your work will change the lives of many we serve in measurable and immeasurable ways. Join the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and our hard-working team of professionals.

King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and a free Orca card for transportation use.

This job includes an option for hybrid in-office/telework, with some days needing in-office work or travel.

Some of what you'll do

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to customers, counselors, medical experts, employers, and others regarding accommodations, job modifications, and assistive technology services
• Consult with DVR staff and customers regarding the interpretation of medical records or evaluations
• Develop treatment plans as part of an Individualized Plan for Employment; consult on available providers and the anticipated costs related to purchasing of medical/assistive technology services
• Assess or participate in assessments to determine a customer's capabilities and environmental demands in order to prescribe appropriate assistive technology interventions for a customer to achieve an identified vocational goal
• Prepare written assessment reports with recommendations on technology intervention including product sources, training/maintenance, follow-up, and estimated costs
• Plan and/or coordinate referrals for assistive technology-related services to other team members or outside assistive technology providers
• Plan and/or coordinate implementation and training on assistive technology equipment
• Provide awareness training and technical education to customers, DVR staff, community partners, and others regarding the potential of accommodation strategies and assistive technology to reduce or eliminate barriers to employment
• Establish and maintain working relationships with providers and product representatives to enhance available resources for assistive technology assessment and/or product demonstration

Who should apply?
Professionals with a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or rehabilitation science and 2 years of full-time experience providing direct customer-related assistive technology services.

Desired

• Ability to assess Assistive Technology (AT) needs and direct the implementation of the required AT services
• Ability to train and conduct presentations
• Skill in applying technical knowledge of medical and psychological aspects of disabling conditions, transferable skills analysis, assistive technology, and job modifications
• Knowledge of federal and state AT policies and the provisions of laws, and the ability to explain these laws to others

Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

If you have questions about the application process, email Anthony Distefano, Recruiter, at distear@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 16959

Employees of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of your vaccine status. Please note medical or religious accommodation may be available once an offer of employment is made.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social & Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

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