Rehabilitation Supervisor I

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace - and Colorado communities - with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.
We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.
In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• BenefitHub state employee discount program
• MotivateMe employee wellness program
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
• RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program

Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans' Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.
The salary for this position is:
$37.90 - $41.55 Hourly
$3,032.31 - $3,324.00 Biweekly
$6,570.00 - $7,202.00 Monthly
$78,840.00 - $86,424.00 Annually
Rehabilitation Supervisor I: H6R4XX
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) assists people with disabilities to succeed at work and live independently. We believe that anyone with a disability who wants to work, can work, regardless of the type or severity of their disability. We work closely with a variety of partners and stakeholders, including our vendors, employers, state and federal agencies, and Workforce Centers and Centers for Independent Living. The Division is innovative, always working to improve its services. DVR uses public funds to provide our services, so it is important that this money be used responsibly according to our policy, and state and federal rules and regulations.
The primary focus of this position is to ensure the quality and quantity of rehabilitation services by assignment of duties and responsibility of rehabilitation staff within the work unit. They are responsible for planning and monitoring of budgetary constraints, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations as they apply to rehabilitation service provision; developing cooperative agreements with local community agencies; mediating appeals and grievances; projecting the long-range needs for the disabled community within the district and making recommendations for program development.
Additionally, the Rehabilitation Supervisor is responsible for the following:

• Monitoring counselor activities through case review; analyzing information in case files frequently to confirm compliance with state and federal regulations
• Interacting with community agencies by collaborating on mutual program goals
• Promoting disability awareness through presentations to members of the community, encouraging hiring of persons with disabilities
• Overseeing and coordinating the functions of the work units; assigning duties and responsibilities to rehabilitation counselors
• Identifying the need for training and implementing training programs for staff by either directly instructing of by procuring outside training when appropriate
• Manage and monitoring cooperative agreements with local agencies to ensure maximum utilization and minimum duplication of resources

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from a program fully accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), or for graduation prior to July 1, 2017, accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE)
AND
Three years of professional experience providing vocational rehabilitation counseling
OR
Possession of a current, valid Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification issued by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counseling AND three years of experience working directly with individuals who have disabilities providing services appropriate to the work assignment. Two of these three years must have included professional experience specifically providing vocational rehabilitation counseling, vision rehabilitation therapy or orientation and mobility services to individuals with disabilities
OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, Behavioral Science, Disability Studies or closely related human services field AND four (4) years of professional experience providing vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with disabilities.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Strong skills collecting and analyzing data and making necessary changes for office improvement
• Social Perceptiveness
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Active Listening
• Oral Communication
• Computer Skills
• Teaching/training skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Supervision experience with staff working in a related vocational rehabilitation field.
• Experience providing vocational rehabilitation services for people with disabilities.
• Experience in vocational, career counseling, academic advisement
• Experience working with transitioning youth, secondary or post secondary populations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office/Google Suite
• Experience working in a state system

CONDITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:

• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process
• All applicants must submit their academic transcripts to david.stevenson@state.co.us with Rehabilitation Supervisor I - Loveland in the subject line
• You will be expected to report to the office 1 day per week or according to business need and work with clients within the community

APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: david.stevenson@state.co.us
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.
Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Sean Montoya, at sean.montoya@state.co.us. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.
While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.Employment Type: Full Time