About this opportunity
Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services, Inc lists this Vocational Evaluator/Work Readiness opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
JOB TITLE : Vocational Evaluator/Work Readiness
JOB LOCATION : 151 Lawrence Street
WORK HOURS : Full time - 35 hours
REPORTS TO : Director of Evaluation and Training
Salary Range : $50,000 - $50,000
Responsibilities
Conduct orientation for new D.V.E. consumers covering services to be provided, program rules and regulations, and consumer rights and responsibilities.
Plan the vocational evaluation process in collaboration with the consumer and provides feedback and vocational counseling.
Assess abilities, skills, interests, learning styles, work personality traits, and aptitudes through the use of standardized work samples, pencil and paper tests, and computerized assessments.
Assess and record consumer behavioral observations, work skills and habits including motivation, attitude, frustration tolerance, relationship with staff and peers, learning and retention ability, communication skills, and attendance and punctuality, etc.
Analyze, synthesize, and report information obtained through the evaluation process to make appropriate recommendations for vocational planning and completes DVE report within required time frame.
Maintain ongoing contact with referral sources and other service providers.
Present evaluation findings in staff case conference, and meets with referral sources, families, and other service providers to discuss and implement evaluation findings.
Do inventory of assessment tools and recommends changes/additions to meet the needs of the consumers served.
Report to and reviews evaluation cases with Director of Evaluation and Training and follows up with recommendations.
Develop life skills and work readiness training curriculum.
Facilitate work readiness groups of a maximum of 5-10 individuals at any given time to motivate and prepare participants for employment.
Consult with vocational rehabilitation and employment services staff regarding curriculum and training needs.
Work with job developer staff in identifying job-ready individuals for employment opportunities.
Assist with timekeeping by ensuring that all attendance on-site engagement is accurately recorded.
Conducts intake interviews for new D.V.E. participants
Oversee the day-to-day operation of the D.V.E. unit in Director’s absence.
Other responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and two years’ experience providing vocational assessment services.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Good organization and time management skills.
Able to work in collaboration with program staff and outside sources.
Fingerprinting and OPWDD Background Check is required.
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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