GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

Posted 5 months ago
Department of Rehabilitation, Los Angeles County, CA, Openings : 1,
Apply Here Job Description : This position is located in the city of Inglewood.
Under the close supervision of the Staff Services Manager I, a Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) initially assists one or more Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors to determine vocational rehabilitation potential and eligibility for services of adults, youth, and students with disabilities. Works a minimum of (30) hours per week as a Graduate Student Assistant in a trainee capacity to assist in the delivery of a wide range of vocational rehabilitation services. The GSA receives training and gains practical experience from observing and assisting the counseling staff in the District. The GSA will help facilitate the effective delivery of Pre-Employment Transition Services to Potentially Eligible and eligible students with disabilities, ages 16 through 21. The GSA counsels with, plans, arranges for, and coordinates the vocational rehabilitation of persons with physical and mental disabilities which are substantial impediments to suitable employment once they have been trained. They analyze and interpret medical, psychological, and vocational information for the purpose of developing rehabilitation plans. They develop and maintain timely and necessary case documentation. Serve as liaison and consultant to employers and community organizations regarding opportunities and considerations related to hiring individuals with disabilities.


You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Graduate Student Assistants are not allowed to work more than 1500 hours in a calendar year. The anticipated time worked will be 30 hours per week. If selected, the employee will receive an hourly compensation based on the number of hours worked.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

Additional Documents

  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-403938 Position #(s): 813-530-4872-901 Working Title: Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) Classification: GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT $3,278.00 – $5,113.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Los Angeles County Telework: Telework Job Type: Student Assistant

Department Information

Under the close supervision of the Staff Services Manager I, a Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) initially assists one or more Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors to determine vocational rehabilitation potential and eligibility for services of adults, youth, and students with disabilities. Works a minimum of (30) hours per week as a Graduate Student Assistant in a trainee capacity to assist in the delivery of a wide range of vocational rehabilitation services. The GSA receives training and gains practical experience from observing and assisting the counseling staff in the District. The GSA will help facilitate the effective delivery of Pre-Employment Transition Services to Potentially Eligible and eligible students with disabilities, ages 16 through 21. The GSA counsels with, plans, arranges for, and coordinates the vocational rehabilitation of persons with physical and mental disabilities which are substantial impediments to suitable employment once they have been trained. They analyze and interpret medical, psychological, and vocational information for the purpose of developing rehabilitation plans. They develop and maintain timely and necessary case documentation. Serve as liaison and consultant to employers and community organizations regarding opportunities and considerations related to hiring individuals with disabilities.

Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Include JC# 403938 on your State Application (STD678) in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.
Employment Application (STD.678): It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.
Resume required Telework as approved by management

Graduate Student Assistants: Must show proof of enrollment in a graduate program at a college or university of recognized standing. Please provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts attached to your application.

A Resume is required and must be included.
  • Do not submit any document(s) with your social security number on it
  • Do not submit your exam result(s) along with your application.
  • Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed application. This page is for examination use only.

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing classification, therefore anyone meeting the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification may apply for this position. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by stating “preference under Government Code section 18220”. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:


Department of Rehabilitation Attn: Personnel 721 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


Department of Rehabilitation 721 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Degree and/or School Transcripts
  • Other – Resume required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidates relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional manner, and with integrity and respect
  • Ability to help facilitate expeditious resolution of problems from in-person requests, incoming phone calls and emails
  • Knowledge of DOR resources and processes, RAM, and federal and state Code of Regulations
  • High level of organizational skills and office equipment and processes proficiency
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of departments mission and goals
  • Experience communicating with and providing information regarding DOR services to applicants and consumers

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.dor.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Chiedozie Esiobu
(323) 565-1877
Chiedozie.esiobu@dor.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Departments EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 558-5850
Civil.Rights@dor.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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