Visually Impaired Orientation Counselor II Technology Specialist
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Job Location:
North Platte, NE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Blind & Visually Impaired Commission - Agency 81
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Job Description:
Looking to make a positive impact in the lives of others Come join our team at the Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired as an Orientation Counselor!
The Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired works to help blind and visually impaired Nebraskans achieve full and rewarding lives through independent living skills and assisting with finding employment in Nebraska and across the country.
The Orientation Counselor II works to help others develop the skills that they need to live independently and pursue their dreams. Providing instruction in techniques of daily living such as Braille cane travel home management and technology are an essential function of this position. All of our services are individualized and vary greatly based on the needs of the individual client families guardians or consulting agencies so the ability to problem solve is critical for this role.
Special Note: All new hires will complete 600 hours of blindfold immersion training in Lincoln at NCBVI expense at the Nebraska Center for the Blind to learn the alternative skills of blindness (cane travel Braille assistive technology activities of daily living etc.); those completing the training will obtain their CVRCB certification. Upon CVRCB certification renewal is required every 3 years. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a district or unit supervisor. Field assignments and travel are involved in varying degrees.
Look at what we have to offer!
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156% (thats not a typo!) state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Fun inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment
At the State we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect acting ethically in all situations and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!
Job Duties:
Evaluates the present level of skill possessed by clients to identify attainable goals and areas of needed improvement to adjust to blindness.
Educates clients and the public in understanding the various implications of blindness and how this relates to current attitudes toward blindness.
Conducts technology assessments for clients and employers.
Makes recommendations for the purchase of assistive technology.
Provides training in assistive technology to clients and staff.
Prepares and implements instructional programs for clients to address the necessary skills to deal effectively with blindness such as computer use (email internet social media screen readers or low vision applications) cooking and other homemaking skills Braille and cane travel.
Prepares periodic reports to evaluate the clients progress toward successful rehabilitation and to monitor the overall effectiveness of programs provided.
Assists in the training of new staff members in the different philosophies of working with the blind the implications of being blind and teaching daily living skills to the blind.
At times serves as a team leader for a working group of Orientation Counselors.
Refers clients to additional opportunities provided bythe Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired and other social service agencies.
Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in social science behavioral science social work counseling/guidance vocational rehabilitation psychology sociology human development education or related and two years experience; OR Masters degree in any of the above mentioned fields or related area and one year of experience. Maintaining of the CVRCB Certification once acquired on the job. Experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.
Other: This position requires travel. As such the incumbent must be able to present a valid drivers license or request driver accommodations for those with and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: teaching and instructing individuals; leadership techniques; blindness philosophies; various educational modalities as they pertain to the rehabilitation of blind individuals (i.e. Braille cane travel computer use email internet screen readers or low vision applications etc.); understanding of problems arising from blindness; counseling techniques used in the rehabilitation of the blind. Assistive technology for computers phones employment and daily living.
Skill in: evaluating each clients needs and the subsequent preparation and implementation of instructional programs to answer these needs.
Ability to: lead and mentor others in the completion of work; organize and coordinate various ongoing instructional programs; apply specific counseling techniques according to the situation; effectively evaluate the results of instructional programs and revise such programs as warranted; establish a strong working rapport with clients general public and other service agencies.
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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:
IC
Key Skills
- Computer Hardware
- IT Experience
- Network Administration
- Network Support
- LAN
- Computer Networking
- Computer Skills
- Windows
- Sharepoint
- Teaching
- Operating Systems
- Leadership Experience
About Company
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