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Administrative Specialist I

Location

North Carolina

Posted

5 days ago

Salary

$39.2K - $68.7K / year

Seniority

Entry Level

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

Administrative Specialist I

State of North Carolina

Title: Administrative Specialist I - Rehab Casework Tech (RCWT) Location: Mecklenburg County United States Job Description: Hybrid time type Full time job requisition id JR-117702 Agency Dept of Health and Human Services   Division EMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD   Job Classification Title Administrative Specialist I (S)   Position Number 60055047   Grade NC08   About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.   Description of Work This Rehabilitation Casework Technician position is located in the Charlotte VR/IL Unit Office. The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative and casework support to Rehabilitation Counselors and Human Service Coordinators serving transition students with disabilities in Mecklenburg County who are transitioning from school to work. Job responsibilities include the following: * Interviewing clients and gathering diagnostic reports to assist counselors with determining eligibility and required services * Assisting counselors with developing written plans of services in conjunction with the client, parent and/ or guardian * Documenting casework data and the provision of substantial services throughout the rehabilitation process in the case management system * Assisting in monitoring the client's progress throughout the service delivery process * Processing invoices and billing documents, scheduling appointments, filing, inputting casework data, and completing correspondence to support client services * Working with community employers/partners to assist in directly placing highly qualified clients in appropriate employment leading to successful employment outcomes * Providing other support as designated by the Rehabilitation Counselors and Human Service Coordinators and completing all related administrative tasks   Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range $39,244 - $68,679 Recruitment Range $39,244 - $50,000   **Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours**   Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.   The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: - Knowledge of and/or experience working with people with disabilities - Knowledge of and/or experience utilizing electronic case management systems - Flexibility and experience organizing multiple priority assignments in a fast paced setting - Experience working with the public in a professional manner and in team settings   Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date Position is funded in part through federal funds   About Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD): The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide.  To learn more about EIPD: https://youtu.be/4QUy2w9B6AU.   Compensation & Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.  Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).  Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.  In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.   Visit website for State Benefits   Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.   DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.   In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.                 Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.  - Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. - Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers. - If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the night BEFORE the closing date. - Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check. - Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. - Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. - For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.    Degree/College Credit Verification Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.   Veterans’ and National Guard Preference - Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. - Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  - Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.   ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.) indicated below.   CONTACT INFORMATION:  If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.     Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.   Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. - High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or - equivalent combination of education and experience.   EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

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