Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant (NY HELPS), Box OSEA-128/45655

Position OverviewVocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant – Garden City VR District Office, Office of Special Education and ACCES (OSEA), New York State Education Department (NYSED). This position provides vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities who are interested in becoming employed or retaining their current employment.ResponsibilitiesConduct intake interviews, review eligibility for financial assistance, and monitor training records.Verify employment, which may require site visits to rehabilitation facilities, schools, and training centers.Authorize necessary medical diagnostic examinations.Prepare financial and statistical records and reports.Prepare routine correspondence to consumers and their families, vendors, and other agencies concerning consumer status and progress.Schedule transportation, interpreters, readers, and independent living services for disabled clients.Minimum QualificationsNon-Competitive (NY HELPS) – Open-Competitive Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or vocational rehabilitation; OR60 semester college credit hours and one year of qualifying experience; ORThree years of qualifying experience.Promotional Transitional Qualifications for Current NYSED EmployeesOne year of service at grade 6 or higher.Competitive Minimum QualificationsOne year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Assistant.Eligible for the Civil Service eligible list for this title.One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1.Current 55b/c eligibility letter; minimum qualifications as listed above.Additional DetailsContingent-permanent, competitive appointment or contingent-permanent, non-competitive appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility letter. Promotions and transfers may change negotiating units, affecting salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree or transcript required at interview. Manual Communications proficiency is required. Telecommute up to 30% of each bi‐weekly pay period and 10% statewide travel.BenefitsHoliday & Paid Time OffThirteen (13) paid holidays annually.Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.Health Care BenefitsAffordable and generous health insurance programs for employees and dependents.Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.Additional BenefitsEnrollment in the New York State pension system or optional retirement defined contribution plan with 8% salary match.NYS Deferred Compensation and a 403(b) optional retirement savings plan.Paid parental leave for all employees and paid family leave (M/C only).Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).Eligibility for various life insurance options.ApplicationQualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by April 6, 2026 to OSEAJOBS@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Include the box number (OSEA‐128/45655) in the subject line of your email and cover letter. Links to application materials will not be accepted. Your social security number may be required to confirm eligibility.New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.#J-18808-Ljbffr