Community Employment Program Specialist

Summary

Casework Associate I (S) Position Number: 60054931Grade: NC04About Us 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 Casework Associate I position is located in Morganton, NC at WorkSource West in Burke County. This position serves individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or deaf-blind across several counties within the catchment area. The primary purpose of this position, under the supervision of the Unit manager or designee, is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help consumers overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment.Job Responsibilities Evaluating professional diagnostic records and data to determine eligibility and required servicesDeveloping and implementing individualized plans of rehabilitation services for eligible consumersArranging for appropriate evaluations and other services as indicated on the Individualized Plan for EmploymentConducting in-person home visits when needed for service provisionInterviewing consumers for the purpose of assessing need and overseeing the provision of planned servicesEngaging in various administrative duties including case service documentation, caseload management, staff and other administrative meetingsParticipating in training and professional development activitiesKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range $35,596 - $52,000 Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hoursCandidates 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.Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date.Position is funded in part through federal funds.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: & 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 website for State Benefits Supplemental and Contact Information.Equal Opportunity Employer 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 reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov.Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program served from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in an area related to program that provides experience in techniques of casework or counseling; or equivalent combination of education and experience.EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Casework Associate I (S) Position Number: 60054931Grade: NC04About Us 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 Casework Associate I position is located in Morganton, NC at WorkSource West in Burke County. This position serves individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing and/or deaf-blind across several counties within the catchment area. The primary purpose of this position, under the supervision of the Unit manager or designee, is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their career and independent living goals by providing counseling, developing individualized plans, and coordinating services to help consumers overcome barriers to their disabilities and/or obtain and maintain gainful employment.Job Responsibilities Evaluating professional diagnostic records and data to determine eligibility and required servicesDeveloping and implementing individualized plans of rehabilitation services for eligible consumersArranging for appropriate evaluations and other services as indicated on the Individualized Plan for EmploymentConducting in-person home visits when needed for service provisionInterviewing consumers for the purpose of assessing need and overseeing the provision of planned servicesEngaging in various administrative duties including case service documentation, caseload management, staff and other administrative meetingsParticipating in training and professional development activitiesKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range $35,596 - $52,000 Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hoursCandidates 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.Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date.Position is funded in part through federal funds.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: & 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 website for State Benefits Supplemental and Contact Information.Equal Opportunity Employer 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 reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov.Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program served from an appropriately accredited institution; or Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in an area related to program that provides experience in techniques of casework or counseling; or equivalent combination of education and experience.EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.#J-18808-Ljbffr