Job Details
VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SPECIALIST III AND II (ASL) - OAHU
2025-07-02 State Of Hawaii all cities,HI
Description:
*Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications and other relevant factors.
This recruitment is being conducted as a multi-level recruitment. Qualified applicants at the II level will be referred for consideration only if there are insufficient qualified applicants at the III level.The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist performs evaluation, vocational counseling and allied rehabilitation services for the full range of cases; provides and/or arranges for testing, medical treatment, training, job placement and adjustment; and performs other related duties as assigned.
These positions are with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Services for the Deaf Section. The function of this section is to assist eligible individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind, or hard of hearing in preparing for serving, retaining, or regaining employment through the provisions of vocational rehabilitation services.
Level III: The primary purpose of this journey worker level position is to provide services to a caseload of individuals within the full range of disabilities from simple to complex cases to assist them in achieving an employment outcome.
Level II: The primary purpose of this advanced trainee position is to continue learning the vocational rehabilitation casework process and program requirements for providing services to individuals with disabilities in order to progress to the fully trained and experienced journey worker level. Training focuses on learning the agency's role, its philosophy of service, commitments, organizational relationships and goals, and provision of vocational rehabilitation services to an assigned caseload of individuals with disabilities in various stages of the rehabilitation process, ranging from the simple non-significantly disabled to the moderately complex significantly disabled. Training includes continuation of coursework, work experience, or internship required to meet the minimum qualifications for the VR Specialist III level.Applicants will be placed on the eligible list for all levels for which they are qualified.
To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:
Level III: Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
Level II:Successful completion of half of the required coursework towards a Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
American Sign Language Selective Certification Requirement: The position requires applicants to be proficient in American Sign Language (ASL). The applicant must possess the ability to communicate effectively with deaf persons by use of ASL. Such an ability may be demonstrated either by experience with hearing-impaired persons which demonstrated knowledge of and ability to communicate with deaf persons using ASL or by formal training in ASL communication. Applicants must clearly indicate on their application their experience communicating, using ASL and/or formal training in ASL communication.
Substitutions Allowed: Applicants who possess advanced certificates or degrees (master's or doctorate) recognized by Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) for certification as a CRC meet the requirements for VRS II, Track A. Verification that your advanced certificate or degree is recognized by CRCC must be submitted at the time of application.To view the CRC eligibility guide, please CLICK HERE.
The information provided above represents a summary of theMinimum Qualification Requirements for Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist III and II (Track A). To view the Requirements in their entirety, pleaseCLICK HERE.
03203:052919:13:PTThe State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-###-#### for assistance.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click:
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Services (DHS) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HEREfor further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the DHS Human Resources Office's Levels of Review.
Agency
Department of Human Services
1390 Miller Street, Room 202
Honolulu, Hawaii 96809-0339
Inquiries about this recruitment may be directed to:
DHS // Human Resources Office // Recruitment and Examination Staff
Phone: 808-###-####
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Recruitment Number DHS 22-07
THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 25 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
This position is with the State of Hawaii, Department of Human Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Oahu Branch, Deaf Services Section, located in Downtown, Honolulu. This position requires proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).
Salary:
Level II-$4,495.00
Level III- $4,858.00 - $5,918.00 per month (Step D to I)*
*Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications and other relevant factors.
This recruitment is being conducted as a multi-level recruitment. Qualified applicants at the II level will be referred for consideration only if there are insufficient qualified applicants at the III level.The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist performs evaluation, vocational counseling and allied rehabilitation services for the full range of cases; provides and/or arranges for testing, medical treatment, training, job placement and adjustment; and performs other related duties as assigned.
These positions are with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Services for the Deaf Section. The function of this section is to assist eligible individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind, or hard of hearing in preparing for serving, retaining, or regaining employment through the provisions of vocational rehabilitation services.
Level III: The primary purpose of this journey worker level position is to provide services to a caseload of individuals within the full range of disabilities from simple to complex cases to assist them in achieving an employment outcome.
Level II: The primary purpose of this advanced trainee position is to continue learning the vocational rehabilitation casework process and program requirements for providing services to individuals with disabilities in order to progress to the fully trained and experienced journey worker level. Training focuses on learning the agency's role, its philosophy of service, commitments, organizational relationships and goals, and provision of vocational rehabilitation services to an assigned caseload of individuals with disabilities in various stages of the rehabilitation process, ranging from the simple non-significantly disabled to the moderately complex significantly disabled. Training includes continuation of coursework, work experience, or internship required to meet the minimum qualifications for the VR Specialist III level.Applicants will be placed on the eligible list for all levels for which they are qualified.
To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:
Level III: Current certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
Level II:Successful completion of half of the required coursework towards a Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
American Sign Language Selective Certification Requirement: The position requires applicants to be proficient in American Sign Language (ASL). The applicant must possess the ability to communicate effectively with deaf persons by use of ASL. Such an ability may be demonstrated either by experience with hearing-impaired persons which demonstrated knowledge of and ability to communicate with deaf persons using ASL or by formal training in ASL communication. Applicants must clearly indicate on their application their experience communicating, using ASL and/or formal training in ASL communication.
Substitutions Allowed: Applicants who possess advanced certificates or degrees (master's or doctorate) recognized by Commission of Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) for certification as a CRC meet the requirements for VRS II, Track A. Verification that your advanced certificate or degree is recognized by CRCC must be submitted at the time of application.To view the CRC eligibility guide, please CLICK HERE.
The information provided above represents a summary of theMinimum Qualification Requirements for Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist III and II (Track A). To view the Requirements in their entirety, pleaseCLICK HERE.
03203:052919:13:PTThe State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-###-#### for assistance.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click:
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Services (DHS) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HEREfor further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the DHS Human Resources Office's Levels of Review.
Agency
Department of Human Services
1390 Miller Street, Room 202
Honolulu, Hawaii 96809-0339
Inquiries about this recruitment may be directed to:
DHS // Human Resources Office // Recruitment and Examination Staff
Phone: 808-###-####
#J-18808-Ljbffr