Vocational Evaluator

Company: Rise Incorporated
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Description:Position SummaryThe purpose of this position is to assist individuals with disabilities in developing vocational goals through evaluation of their unique needs and strengths. Evaluations will take place throughout the metro in various businesses that Rise partners with. As a vocational evaluator you will make strengths-based recommendations regarding employment options and assist in the development of a suitable vocational plan through a person-centered framework. The position is paid hourly with the potential for additional incentive pay on a monthly basis.Rise is all about people and potential. We provide uniquely tailored and innovative programs, opening doors to success for the people we serve and our staff. We embrace a culture of learning and offer extensive training and career development opportunities. Rise offers competitive salaries, a fun, fast-paced work environment, and the chance to make a real difference in people's lives!Responsibilities

• Develop evaluation plans according to referral information and input from the vocational rehabilitation counselor and the person being served.
• Meet 1:1 with the people we serve in community businesses that we partner with. Typical hours are 8 pm to 4 pm daily. No nights or weekends.
• Determine a persons' physical capacities and work tolerance as well as assessing their strengths/limitations, intellectual capacities, emotional adjustment, and social skills as they relate to employment through direct observation at a community job site.
• Write final reports summarizing findings from the evaluation.
• Schedule and conduct intakes and final meetings with referring agencies.
• Develop community-based evaluation sites.Requirements:
  • People with extensive work experience, great people skills and empathy are encouraged to apply. Great job for a person who is self motivated and enjoys working independently
  • Bachelor's degree in human services, vocational rehabilitation, or related field preferred
  • A valid driver's license and compliance with Rule 11 and MVR background check required
  • Must be independent and flexible to changing work demands
  • Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated
  • Must be organized
  • Must have excellent verbal and written skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a team is required.
  • Note that additional incentive pay above the hourly wage is available monthly based on revenue goals
  • Basic knowledge of computer usage with emphasis on Microsoft word*A cover letter is required to apply. Tell us why you would be a good fit for the job!*Benefits
    • Starting wage: $20.00 per hour - depends on qualifications
    • Start work from home! (Mileage paid round trip from home each day)
    • Daytime work hours (No evenings, weekends, or major holidays)
    • A pathway opportunity for persons aspiring for careers in Social Work, Human Services, and/or Health Care
    • Medical insurance - single employee coverage less than $90/month
    • Dental insurance less than $17/month
    • 401(k) with a 100% vested employer match
    • Vision insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) starts at 16 days per year, plus paid and floating holidays
    • Additional Benefits available including disability insurance and more!
    • Tuition reimbursement and Rise sponsored trainings (i.e., CPR, First Aide, and more) to help you be successful in your role
    • Employee resource groups (i.e., DEI, LGBTQ+, recognition and more).Are you looking to work with a diverse team of professionals? Do you want to work in a fun environment while supporting others to live a life of possibilities? Then join Rise, Inc.! Visit our career page to apply to this and other positions, or email us at hiring@rise.org with questions.Rise values being a person-centered organization. This impacts how we carry out services for the people we support and our organizational culture. We encourage people's unique individual differences and celebrate the ways our team members contribute to our community. We believe in a workplace informed by differing viewpoints and perspectives created from a diverse team and welcome people of all races, genders, ages, nationalities, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds to apply. Our goal is that those we serve and our team members always feel valued and respected. Our goal is that those we serve, and our team members always feel valued and respected.PM21PI201617036

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