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Vocational Specialist, Family & Community Medicine

University of Arizona

life insurance, vision insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Jan 15, 2025

Vocational Specialist, Family & Community Medicine
Posting Number	req21671
Department	Family and Community Medicine
Department Website Link	https://sonorancenter.arizona.edu/
Location	University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address	655 N Alvernon Way #228, Tucson, AZ 85711 USA
Position Highlights	The Department of Family and Community Medicine seeks Vocational Specialist to work for our Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities (UCEDD). For more information see our website link above. The Vocational Specialist is responsible for implementing pre-employment transition services in local schools, as well as collaborating with the local school and adult service agency personnel. The Vocational Specialist also communicates and shares information, while engaging families and students with disabilities. This person will work with educators to develop and provide direct vocational services and individualized supports for students with disabilities. The Vocational Specialist will provide training on job sites, collect data, share resources, and maintain follow-up communication with local sites. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Work collaboratively with school, vocational rehabilitation, and adult provider personnel to develop and implement pre-employment transition services in local schools. Provide technical assistance to school personnel. Provide direct services and individualized instruction and support for youth ages 14 to 22 primarily in community settings and local businesses. Communicate, share information, and engage families and students with disabilities. Collect data and success stories, contribute to informational materials and resource development, and monitor and provide follow-up services at participating sites. Participate in project, team, and departmental meetings and keep the project coordinator and project staff informed of local activities.
Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Preferred Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in Education, Rehabilitation, Social Work, or Psychology.
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Outreach and Community Engagement
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	$18.15 - $22.69
Compensation Type	hourly rate
Grade	4
Compensation Guidance	The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum	$18.15
Grade Range Midpoint	$22.69
Grade Range Maximum	$27.23
Career Stream and Level	OC3
Job Family	Cmty Outreach
Job Function	Outreach & Community Engage
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Jacy Farkas \| jkbell@arizona.edu
Open Date	1/13/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement	At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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