Career Interviewer - Center for Students with Disabilities - 16112

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ATTENTION:

The Center for Students with Disabilities, Inclusive Transition, Education & Employment Projects grant team at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Career Interviewer (Assoc Outreach Spec).

JOB DETAILS:

Join a dynamic team at with the Wisconsin Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Career Interview Project under the Inclusive Transition, Education, and Employment Projects at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. This project is in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, to provide services leading to compliance with Section 511 of the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The Associate Outreach Specialist will join a team of career interviewers to provide career counseling interviews and integrated employment resources for subminimum wage workers with a disability statewide. The Associate Outreach Specialist will work closely with the ITE&EP team to complete assigned career interviews, provide required documentation and communication, and to support continuous quality improvement of team process. Communication and partnership with regional 14c certified employers to meet with subminimum wage employees with disabilities, their guardians, and/or their family members, is required. Interviews are in-person, small group discussions with subminimum wage employees. This Associate Outreach Specialist will primarily conduct interviews in their assigned region in the southern and southwestern areas of Wisconsin, but travel across the state will occur to support timely project outcomes. This position will work under the supervision of the Director. Expectation of ongoing employment is contingent upon continued grant funding, staffing requirements and needs of the university.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences, Education, or Social Work from an accredited college or university required
• 2 years of experience working in human services, education or related field with persons with disabilities
• Experience working with people with disabilities
• Must have valid WI driver’s license or have independent transportation

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, Psychology, Social Sciences, or other related degrees
• Knowledge of subminimum wage employment and competitive, integrated employment
• Experience working with people with developmental, intellectual, severe or complex disabilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to travel 75% of time
• Excellent interpersonal, written, virtual and verbal communication skills with diverse populations, including those with varying communication styles and abilities
• Ability to maintain collaborative communication during travel and other busy work-periods
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook email and calendar, Excel and Word
• Knowledge of employment services, vocational rehabilitation, career counseling, transitional services, or other disability related services and work
• Knowledge in career and disability counseling and direct service delivery with people with disabilities, preferably adults, and their families
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a wide range of stakeholders, experience or training with motivational interviewing preferred
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals with disabilities with a wide range of abilities and communication styles
• Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Ability to create and write reports that are substantiated
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with and contribute to a dynamic team
• Ability to manage time and responsibilities effectively and work independently in the field
• Proficient with technology and software such as Outlook, Work, Excel and other business standard software
• Ability to set up remote office with reliable high speed Wi-Fi connection or hotspot
• Ability to meet UW-W driver’s requirements
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

RESPONSIBILITIES:

60%   A. Career Interviews

1. Provide career counseling, information and resources, and referrals to subminimum wage employees during in person interviews across Wisconsin
2. Schedule interviews, manage interview and travel logistics, and interview preparations
3. Complete all necessary documentation and reports in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner
4. Communicate with subminimum wage employees, guardians and family members, vocational providers, and other stakeholders as applicable, to ensure consistency and coordination of service delivery
5. Travel to complete interviews
6. Comply with all University, partner agencies, state and federal regulations and confidentiality and compliance requirements, and uphold the ethics of their respective discipline

25%   B. Interview Operations Support

1. Support other career interviewers and team members through communications with 14c employers and interviewers by monitoring the team shared email and calendar, reviewing completed interview materials for thoroughness, assisting in team workflow support and student employee guidance and support.
2. Develop resources related to integrated and community resources for assigned areas

15%   C. Other Required Activities

1. Participate in all required meetings, including virtual and on campus meetings and other team projects as assigned
2. Provide support to the Project Manager on specific projects
3. Other duties as assigned related to the project

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. In the fall of 2018, as a result of the University of Wisconsin System’s restructuring of the state’s 13 two-year campuses formerly known as UW Colleges, UW–Rock County began operating as a branch campus of UW–Whitewater under the new name of University of Wisconsin–Whitewater at Rock County. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Main Campus and Rock County Campus are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offers the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.

The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs. UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the state. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater is a Division III NCAA university. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per UPS Operation Policy: TC1, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

To learn more about UW-Whitewater's competitive benefits packages go to our: ALEX webpage, which is our interactive benefits decision support tool.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262-472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu.

For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Heather Lee
Assoc. Outreach Specialist
leeh@uww.edu
262/472-1702

TO APPLY:

Only complete application packages will be considered. A complete application includes online submission of the following documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Three Professional/Supervisory References with names and contact information

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