[Hiring] Blind Rehabilitation Instructor @State of Michigan

Role Description

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our Department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities.

The employee in this position will deliver a variety of professional assignments to carry out the activities of the Bureau of Services for Blind Person programs, including:

• Youth Low Vision (YLV)
• Independent Older Blind (ILOB)
• Independent Living Part B (IL-B)
• Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) programs (including delivery of pre-employment transition services)

The purpose of this position is to support individuals who are blind and low vision in obtaining, maintaining and enhancing their skills of blindness to ensure they can maximize their independence at home and in their community including work and school.

The employee in this position performs a variety of professional duties designed to assess and train student and adult customers referred for services available through:

• Youth Low Vision (YLV)
• Vocational Rehabilitation (VR)
• Supported Employment (SE)
• Independent Living Older Blind (ILOB)
• Independent Living Part B (IL-B)

The individual in this position functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team to maximize customers’ independence in:

• Communication
• Personal Management
• Low Vision Skills
• Home Management
• Travel Skills
• Employment Readiness

This position will also support job placement and work-based learning opportunities by completing worksite assessments and accessibility training with local businesses. The rehabilitation professional in this position will serve as a subject matter expert in the field of blindness and low vision to vocational rehabilitation counselors, BSBP management, community partners, and businesses.

Work Coverage Area: West Region - Grand Rapids

Work Location: This position is considered remote, meaning the official workstation for this position will be the chosen candidate’s home with access to telework stations within the regional offices. The chosen candidate for this position is required to conduct frequent travel to meet with local businesses, educational partners, and customers within their primary coverage area. The chosen candidate must reside in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor's degree with a major in blind/visually impaired.

Requirements

• Attach a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.
• Attach a copy of your detailed resume to the job application. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s).
• Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
• All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.
• All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment.
• The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
• The department reserves the right to close this posting at any time if it is determined that a sufficient number of applications have been received.
• Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.
• Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV.

Benefits

• If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.