Rehabilitation Casework Technician

** Agency
* * Dept of Health and Human Services
** Division
* * EMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD
** Job Classification Title
** Administrative Specialist I (S)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC08

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has 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.
** Description of Work
** This position serves as Rehabilitation Casework Technician for the Vocational Rehabilitation Program and is located in the Brunswick County Schools/on the Brunswick Community College Campus. This position assists two VR Rehabilitation Counselors in covering the Brunswick County school system. This position serves eligible individuals with a wide variety of disabilities in becoming more independent in the community by assisting with their goals to obtain and maintain employment as a result of the provision of vocational rehabilitation services provided through customer partnerships, school, and community resources.
Work activities include interviewing consumers and gathering diagnostic data to assist counselors in determining eligibility and developing services; documenting casework and provision of services; assisting counselors in providing quality and timely services;
Pre-ets, providing follow-up with consumers, vendors, and community resources; assisting counselors in managing budget and ensuring goals are met; and effectively completing all related administrative tasks.  Operation of computer, printer, copy machine, calculator and telephone are all essential for the performance of this position. Other equipment may be used in the office setting. Incumbent will also work with management/LOA in providing support to special projects (i.e. inventory, purging files, etc.)
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences**##
** Salary Grade Range: $39,244.00 - $68,679.00**##
** Recruitment Range: $32,287.00 - $ 45,000.00
*** Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
** The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
** Knowledge of or experience working with people with disabilities or underserved/marginalized populations.
* Demonstrated experience performing routine office support functions.
* Demonstrated experience working with the public knowledge and experience working with a team##
** The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date**##
** This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds.**##
** About Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD):
** The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide.  To learn more about EIPD:  
** Compensation and Benefits:
** The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits.##
** Supplemental Contact Information:
** The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to…