Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
Manchester, NH 03103
This position is Full-Time, 37.5 hours a week
Payrate effective as of 7/12/2024
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Education, Division of Workforce Innovation & Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation has a full-time vacancy for a Rehabilitation Technician.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant's relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced below! See Per 405.1 .
18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree
36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree
54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree
SCOPE OF WORK : To assist disabled clients and/or applicants of a Vocational Rehabilitation Office in following policies and procedures in order to receive services as outlined in their vocational plans for the purpose of maximizing employment potential and personal independence.
ACCOUNTABILITIES :
Assists in managing client caseload to ensure timely services and to meet the goal of successful rehabilitation. Documents individual case records to comply with state and federal regulations.
Assists counseling staff in coordinating services between clients, agencies and employers, and with related appointments. Prepares authorizations for goods and services in the case management system.
Receives calls to the Vocational Rehabilitation Office, collects information about clients and arranges appointments for people with disabilities in order to assess their individual needs.
Reviews invoices received from vendors, obtains counselor approval, and processes invoices through the case management system.
Monitors the office’s unliquidated obligations and works with counselors and or vendors on outstanding invoices. Researches information pertaining to payments for vendors and counselors.
Problem solves technical issues related to the case management system. Requests updates to vendors, services, and authorizations as needed.
Provides information to vendors and the general public relating to agency policies and procedures.
Maintains inventory and monitor the ordering of supplies for a regional office.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education: Completion of two years of college with courses in statistics, accounting, personnel management, psychology, sociology or related subjects. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.
Experience: Two years' experience in business or Human Services, requiring public contact, and/or attention to detail as required in explaining rules and regulations or processing technical reports. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
License/Certification : Must possess a valid driver’s license and/or have access to transportation for use in performing job accountabilities.
Disclaimer Statement : The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.
For further information please contact Priyanka Sharma, VR Supervisor, Priyanka.Sharma@doe.nh.gov.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay
Other Benefits:
* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964