VR Program Associate (Program Associate III)

Norfolk, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Education - Agency 13

Location:

Norfolk NE

Hiring Rate:

$19.693

Job Posting:

JR2025- VR Program Associate (Program Associate III) (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

Job Description:

Join Nebraska VR as a VR Program Associate and make a difference! In this role youll support our mission of helping youth and adults with disabilities prepare for find and maintain meaningful employment. As the first point of contact for visitors youll set the tone with excellent customer service professionalism and a welcoming demeanor.

Were looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment takes initiative and stays organized while multitasking. If you bring strong problem-solving skills customer service expertise and a collaborative spirit we want you on our team. Apply today and be part of our supportive mission-driven team!

**The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.**

Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located in Norfolk NE.

Pay Grade 3: $19.693/hour

This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.

Teammates Enjoy

In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $22000 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at benefits paid time off and retirement

79% employer-paid health insurance dental vision long and short-term disability flex spending and health savings accounts employee discount program and more!
Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!) plus a variety of other leave types
156% state-matched retirement (yes thats $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return

Thirteen paid holidays per year

Essential Functions

Enters client information into the Nebraska VR data system (QE2) for intake appointment set up service provision etc. Runs reports and monitors and updates client employment milestones. Uploads client documents and enters task notes for all client interactions.
Contacts medical providers schools and other organizations to request and collect necessary medical school public benefit and financial information; and ensures receipt of requested information.
Performs receptionist duties responds to basic questions about Vocational Rehabilitation and schedules appointments for clients.
Prepares payment authorizations obtains agreed upon goods and services and verifies their receipt.
Contacts businesses that provide goods or services to Nebraska VR to set up payment accounts.
Performs administrative duties and accounting work including reviewing and processing accounts receivable and payable.
Assists VR Specialists with client purchases.
Files makes copies routes information and processes mail and postage.
Operates and maintains office equipment manages inventory and orders and stocks equipment and supplies.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with persons with disabilities providing customer service. Experience using a client data system and keeping accurate records. Experience with accounting functions such as accounts payable and accounts receivable.

If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE please email us at .

If youre currently employed by the State of Nebraska please dont apply through this external career site. Instead log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.

Required Experience:

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Education - Agency 13Location: Norfolk NEHiring Rate:$19.693Job Posting:JR2025- VR Program Associate (Program Associate III) (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):0Job Description:Join Nebraska VR as...

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