Nebraska VR Associate
State of Nebraska

Grand Island, Nebraska

Posted in Public Sector and Government


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Description

Are you passionate about helping others reach their potential? The Nebraska Department of Education is looking for a Vocational Rehabilitation Associate to join Nebraska VR, where we help people with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep jobs.

The Grand Island VR office is supportive of each other, and believes that the environment in which you work is just as important as the work they do! If you value hard work, autonomy, collaboration, and positivity, you will enjoy working with this team!

Compensation:

The Nebraska Department of Education pay structure will be increased by 4% effective July 1, 2022.

$13.390 - $15.174/hour ($13.926 - $15.783 per hour after July 1)

This range is based upon available budget funds. The selected candidate's skills, abilities, education, and experience will determine the salary offer within this posted range.

*Promotional Opportunity: Employees will be hired as a VR Associate with the expectation of being promoted to a Senior Associate after the successful completion of two years of successful employment.

Teammates Enjoy:

We know the opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference state-wide through public service is important to you, but we have even more to offer:

  • Hybrid work locations and workplace flexibility
  • Stable employment and hours with annual salary increases
  • Thirteen paid holidays per year
  • Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
  • 79% employer-paid health insurance with four plans to choose from
  • Dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!
  • Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year, plus a variety of other leave types
  • 156% state-matched retirement
  • Wide variety of professional development opportunities

EEO: NDE is committed to advancing equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all that we do. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we encourage applications from ALL qualified candidates and assure they will receive consideration for this position regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Examples of Work

  • Enters information into the client data system (QE2), provides routine case monitoring and follow-up, sets up/maintains confidential client QE2 and paper files; prepares and enters task notes; monitors and updates client milestones.
  • Requests and collects necessary medical, school, demographic, public benefit, financial, and employment information; and monitors receipt of requested information.
  • Performs receptionist duties as assigned; responds to basic questions about Vocational Rehabilitation, and schedules appointments.
  • Prepares payment authorizations, obtains agreed upon goods and services and verifies their receipt.
  • Sets up provider accounts.
  • Validates and processes the payment of bills.
  • Supports team members in use of financial system.
  • Communicates with a variety of service vendors.
  • Collaborates and assists regularly with assigned counselors and clients.
  • Sets up provider accounts, prepare payment authorizations, obtain agreed upon goods and services, and verify receipt of goods and services.
  • Files, makes copies, routes information, and processes mail.
  • Operates and maintains office equipment, manages inventory, and orders and stocks equipment and supplies.
  • Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Qualifications / Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least two years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Experience with persons with disabilities; providing customer service. Experience using a client data system and keeping accurate records. Experience with accounting functions such as accounts payable and accounts receivable. Bilingual in English/Spanish.

*In lieu of resume and cover letter, the supplemental "Questions" section of the application assists us in learning about specific, comparable experiences from each candidate. We can then accordingly determine candidates to move forward with using evidence-based equitable practices. Answering the supplemental Questions completely with requested details is highly encouraged. Each written response area has ample space to provide a complete response; due to screen size, we do not recommend filling out this application on small mobile devices.


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