Texas Workforce Commission
Government
RegionalProgramSpecialist(Tyler)
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“Regional Program Specialist (Tyler) at Texas Workforce Commission. Skills: Program management, Technical assistance, Staff coaching. Provide technical assistance to field program staff. Provide technical assistance to customers”
Industry & Context.
Up to 70% travel, Lift/carry 15 pounds, Texas resident
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two years of full-time experience, or interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency (RPS), Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two years and six months of full-time experience in the development, implementation, or interpretation of policies and procedures in a public or private agency (Sr RPS), One year of full-time experience may be substituted for each year (30 semester hours) of education, Experience as a Regional Program Specialist cited above must be in accordance with the career ladder requirements of the agency, Related work experience is defined as consultative services/technical assistance to program staff, and general knowledge of disabilities
Nice to Have
Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Rehabilitation Management from an accredited college or university plus one year experience in interpreting and applying VR program policies and procedures, Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Rehabilitation Management from an accredited college or university plus one year experience in planning, implementing, and monitoring customer services, Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Rehabilitation Management from an accredited college or university plus one year experience in coaching, mentoring and providing technical assistance for staff development, Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or Rehabilitation Management from an accredited college or university plus one year experience in developing and providing training activities, Master's degree from an accredited college or university plus three years’ progressive experience working in a vocational rehabilitation program, Three years’ experience in areas referenced above
What You'll Do.
Provide technical assistance to field program staff
Provide technical assistance to customers
Provide technical assistance to employers
Provide technical assistance to community organizations
Provide programmatic support to client services
Interpret policies and procedures
Interpret best business practices
Develop technical assistance objectives
Submit monthly activity reports
Develop regional placement strategy plans
Assist in developing training activities
Review client records
Observe developmental needs
Observe developmental trends
Assist with vacant caseloads
Assist with specialty caseloads
Conduct liaison activities
Maintain business relationships
Review self-employment plans
Provide recommendations per policy
Full Job Description
For Texas to be GREAT, we need the best and brightest talent like you! The public vocational rehabilitation (VR) program administered through the Texas Workforce Commission helps people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain, retain, and advance in employment. MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND HELP PEOPLE WITH VR According to the Department of Labor, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was 12.6% in 2020. This jobless rate continues to be much higher than the rate for those without disabilities. PUBLIC SERVICE IN VR IS FOR YOU… -If you want to find meaningful work and contribute to a powerful mission. For more than 100 years VR has been helping individuals with disabilities achieve their employment goals! -If you are looking for career and advancement opportunities. 38% of employees in VR have 15+ years of seniority. There are various positions with career ladders and opportunities to specialize in areas of interest: Autism, Blind & Visual Impairments, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Brain Injury, Foster Youth, Transition Students, Veterans. -If you need a comprehensive benefits package that offers competitive pay & benefits from health plans, life insurance, retirement programs, paid leave and holidays, and longevity pay. -If you have direct VR Counseling work experience, receive higher starting salary. -If you want to advance your education with our tuition assistance program. -FREE CEUs to maintain CRC credentials and reimbursement for CRC & LPC renewals. The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), a Family Friendly Certified Workplace, is seeking a Regional Program Specialist (RPS) - Sr. RPS to join the Vocational Rehabilitation Department located at 3800 Paluxy, Ste 575, Tyler, Texas. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. Benefits to
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