Blind Children Specialist I

The Blind Children's Specialist I is hired by and reports to the Program Manager. The Blind Children's Specialist I performs entry level work and is responsible for providing services to children who are blind and visually impaired children and their families through direct skills trainings, parent education and case management to promote the child's self sufficiency and foster vocational discovery and development. Employees in this class provide direct services and caseload management in a designated territory and partner with community and educational partners to ensure each child reaches their individual goals.

Work at this level is performed under general supervision and substantial mentoring with some latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees in this class may provide training and mentoring to other specialists.

Performs related work as directed or other duties as assigned. Essential Job Functions:

Implementing and documenting quality BCVDDP services to children and families. (35%)

Provides high quality BCVDDP Direct Skills Training services to children, families, external partners and BCP staff. (30%)

Maintains compliance with BCVDDP Program Policy, Procedures and Quality Assurance. (25%)

Professional Development to advance the BCVDDP mission and services. (10%)

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Working knowledge of child growth and development.

Working knowledge of the psychological, social, pre-vocational issues faced by blind or visually impaired.

Working knowledge of counseling techniques as applied to children with disabilities.

Working knowledge of resources applicable to children with visual disabilities.

Working knowledge of caseload management by objectives.

Working knowledge of report and record maintenance principles and practices.

Skill in using personal computer and familiarity with Windows environment and Microsoft Office software.

Skill in assessing and providing appropriate counseling, guidance and other assistance in connection with the established program plan.

Ability to formulate an individual program plan with the child and family based on diagnostic and evaluative data.

Ability to clearly express ideas, instructions, and reports orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, departmental staff, agency staff, and the outside agencies with which the position interacts.

Ability to plan, organize and review essential functions for efficient results.

Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; calculate decimals and percentages; interpret graphs. Registration or Licensure Requirements:

NA Initial Selection Criteria:

Initial Criteria

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

• Experience working with children.

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Preferred Criteria

• Bachelor's degree, preference in child development, special education, counseling, human services, sociology, rehabilitation, or psychology.
• 1 year of experience teaching and/or training children.
• 1 year experience providing case management.

Additional Information:

Additional Information

The Section offers flexible work schedules and generous telework options.

Applications must be complete and grammar will also be assessed. Interviewee selection is based on applicant demonstrating a clear match to all minimum criteria, and preference is given to those applicants matching the majority of preferred criteria.

Applicants must complete an assessment upon submission of their application. Interview selection will be based upon a combination of clear match to criteria and the assessment. Resumes will not be considered in lieu of a complete application nor for supplemental consideration in meeting initial criteria. Individuals selected for interview may be required to travel to location of in-person interview at their own expense.

SALARY NOTE: The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum allowable by state law.

Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

I-9 Form

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

MOS Code:

There may be no military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

I-9 Form

• Click here to download the I-9 form.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

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