Under the direction of the Senior Program Supervisor, regularly travels across the Hudson Valley region to facilitate

psycho-educational testing and assessments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I / DD) and

writes comprehensive, individualized summaries of results. Scores assessments and interprets findings, making

recommendations for appropriate accommodations and / or employment or educational goals and presents at case

conferences. Ensures services are scheduled and provided in accordance with contract requirements, completing

required documentation and reports on a timely basis. Performs job development and job coaching services, as

needed.

Key / Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Under supervision, schedules and administers psycho-educational testing / assessments to assess cognitive and

other abilities and achievement levels of individuals with disabilities referred for evaluation and services

across the Rockland to mid-Hudson Valley region, including Orange and potentially Dutchess counties.

Scores tests following appropriate guidelines and compiles ratings for assessments administered to each

person we support (PWS).

• Writes comprehensive, individualized reports for each PWS (9 14 pages) summarizing test results.

employment / educational goals based on strengths, weaknesses, achievement level and personal goals of

PWS.

Presents the findings of the report and recommendations for PWS at a case conference including the PWS,

referring ACCES-VR counselor and other relevant individuals (e.g. parents, school staff, etc.)

Supports employment services program needs and additional services by performing job development and

job coaching services, as needed including :

• Post-Secondary and Job Exploration Counseling
• Career Exploration Assessments
• Community based workplace assessments
• Instructing individuals in Self-Advocacy
• Providing Work Readiness training to groups in-person and remotely.
• Facilitating services in alignment with state authorizations and timelines and requesting extensions as needed.
• Conducts all work in accordance with agency policies / procedures and ensures confidentiality of records.
• Completes all mandatory OPWDD / ACCES-VR / YAI trainings.
• Builds and maintains Positive Relationships and rapport with people supported and circle of support.
• Ensures billing and case notes are completed accurately and timely.
• Completes monthly progress reports.
• Performs all related work, as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure / certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.

g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)

• Master’s Degree in vocational rehab counseling or related area, approved by ACCES-VR; and
• One year experience in vocational rehabilitation or other suitable fields (e.g. counseling, testing, working with

the I / DD community, etc.); or

Satisfactory combination of education, experience and / or training approved by ACCES-VR; however, all

candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree in an approved area.

• Familiarity with standardized testing / assessments
• Routinely travel within the Hudson Valley region
• Basic knowledge and awareness of ID / DD and other disability groups
• Basic knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Emotional Intelligence
• Counseling skills
• Advanced written and verbal communications
• Basic computer knowledge

Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)

In-depth understanding of and experience conducting standardized assessments, preferred

Compensation

$20.67 to $26.45 per hour

If you share our vision and want to help support people to live the fullest lives possible, YAI will be the right place for you.

For more information about the YAI Network, please visit our website at www.yai.org. Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran.

YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Last updated : 2024-05-14