Vocational Evaluator

Vocational Evaluator (S)

Position Number:  | Grade: NC08 |

Location:

Fayetteville unit office (Cumberland County)

Department:
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Division:
Employment, Inc. for People with Disabilities – EIPD

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

This position is located in the Fayetteville unit office (Cumberland County). The primary purpose of the Vocational Evaluator is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help clients overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment.

• Administering, scoring, and interpreting an extensive variety of vocational interests, achievements, and psychological tests
• Analyzing consumers' medical, psychological, socio‑economic, vocational, and educational information
• Developing a formal evaluation plan for each client
• Conducting community‑based assessments and making referrals for evaluation services to the consumer and the rehabilitation counselor(s)
• Creating written reports outlining vocational aptitudes, interests, and abilities which are foundational to the vocational planning process
• Gathering occupational resource information for better service deliverables
• Participating in multi‑disciplinary teams and committees for exchange of information and planning
• Partnering with consumers and their family members, employers, school personnel, and other community agencies/contacts
• Performing other duties as assigned

Minimum

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in vocational evaluation, rehabilitation counseling, or closely related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution; or
• Bachelor’s degree in vocational evaluation, rehabilitation counseling, or a closely related human services field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of or experience in testing or evaluation
• Knowledge of or experience in working with the public
• Knowledge of or experience with report writing

Salary Range: $37,782 – $66,120 (recruitment range: $37,782 – $59,035). The position is funded in part through federal funds.

The State of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program. Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Complete the application in its entirety; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a full application. Include education, work experience, certificates & licenses, and supporting information in the appropriate sections. Submit all applications by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Military veterans and National Guard members may apply for preference by providing required documentation.

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This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.