ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR OF VOCATIONAL REHAB (REHAB)
Apply NowCompany: State of Rhode Island
Location: Providence, RI 02902
Description:
Salary : $79,921.00 - $90,468.00 Annually
Location : Providence, RI
Job Type: Non-Union (99)
Job Number: 1652-80100-27
Department: DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND TRAINING
Division: Injured Workers Services
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: 00132A
Classification: Classified
Scheduled Work Days; Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm
Work Week: Non-Standard
Bargaining Union: Non-Union (99)
Class Definition
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: As assigned, to be responsible for assisting an Administrator of Vocational Rehabilitation in the administrator of Vocational Rehabilitation in the administration, planning and direction of a specific phase of a state program of vocational and independent living rehabilitation for the physically and/or mentally handicapped; or, as assigned, to assist in the administration and supervision of disability determination activities in accordance with the Federal Social Security Law; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of an Administrator or Deputy Administrator with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement; work is reviewed for conformance to general objectives and polices.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Assigns duties to professional subordinate supervisors and reviews their work to assure adherence to proper methods and departmental policies.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
As assigned, to be responsible for assisting the Administrator or Deputy Administrator of Vocational Rehabilitation in the Administration, planning and direction of a phase of a state program of vocational and independent living rehabilitation for the physical and/or mentally handicapped in such areas:
the development of agency policies and procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations, for the delivery of rehabilitation services;
the collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of statistical and other research data;
the supervision of personnel engaged in providing vocational rehabilitation services;
the assessment of staff training needs and the designing, planning, and coordinating a overall program of staff development, responding to accessed needs, and evaluating impact of such training on client services;
the representation of the agency of state, regional and national committees, councils, etc., in areas related to rehabilitation training;
the development and management of grants, contracts, and agreements with vocational rehabilitation as an involved party;
the continuous review of all rehabilitation facilities statewide to ensure compliance with standards set forth by the agency for the delivery of rehabilitation services;
the development of agency policies and procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations and Social Security Administration program operations manual in order to deliver disability determination services;
Recruitment and training (initial an ongoing) of staff including professional, technical and clerical personnel;
the development of agency policies and procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations and Social Security Administration program operations manual in order to deliver disability determination services;
the interpretation of federal guidelines and policies design to insure conformity of decision-making;
the design and supervision of an effective quality control system;
the continuous evaluation of the disability adjudication program to insure efficiency;
To coordinate activities with federal, state, local and private agencies and groups.
To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES: A thorough knowledge of the approved methods and practices used in rehabilitation work and vocational guidance work, or vocational disability determination; the ability to use initiative and skill in devising innovative methods of carrying out the program; the ability to plan, supervise and review the work of others and to assume the role of and Administrator or Deputy Administrator when needed; the ability to make studies and prepare reports; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing and possession of a Master's Degree in rehabilitation, vocational education, social work, or public administration, with, or supplemented by, extensive courses, workshops, and training sessions in rehabilitation, vocational education, sociology, personnel management, business management and related medical training; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a responsible administrative or supervisory position in one or more of the following fields; education, public welfare, public health, employment placement, or in a rehabilitation or disability determination program.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Supplemental Information
The position requires a deep understanding of vocational training, counseling, and employment services. In this role, the Assistant Administrator is responsible for working closely with a variety of stakeholders, including other government agencies, healthcare providers, and employers, to ensure that rehabilitation programs are effective.
Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator will be responsible to:
The preferred applicant would possess the following:
For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
Location : Providence, RI
Job Type: Non-Union (99)
Job Number: 1652-80100-27
Department: DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND TRAINING
Division: Injured Workers Services
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: 00132A
Classification: Classified
Scheduled Work Days; Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm
Work Week: Non-Standard
Bargaining Union: Non-Union (99)
Class Definition
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: As assigned, to be responsible for assisting an Administrator of Vocational Rehabilitation in the administrator of Vocational Rehabilitation in the administration, planning and direction of a specific phase of a state program of vocational and independent living rehabilitation for the physically and/or mentally handicapped; or, as assigned, to assist in the administration and supervision of disability determination activities in accordance with the Federal Social Security Law; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of an Administrator or Deputy Administrator with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement; work is reviewed for conformance to general objectives and polices.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Assigns duties to professional subordinate supervisors and reviews their work to assure adherence to proper methods and departmental policies.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
As assigned, to be responsible for assisting the Administrator or Deputy Administrator of Vocational Rehabilitation in the Administration, planning and direction of a phase of a state program of vocational and independent living rehabilitation for the physical and/or mentally handicapped in such areas:
the development of agency policies and procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations, for the delivery of rehabilitation services;
the collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of statistical and other research data;
the supervision of personnel engaged in providing vocational rehabilitation services;
the assessment of staff training needs and the designing, planning, and coordinating a overall program of staff development, responding to accessed needs, and evaluating impact of such training on client services;
the representation of the agency of state, regional and national committees, councils, etc., in areas related to rehabilitation training;
the development and management of grants, contracts, and agreements with vocational rehabilitation as an involved party;
the continuous review of all rehabilitation facilities statewide to ensure compliance with standards set forth by the agency for the delivery of rehabilitation services;
the development of agency policies and procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations and Social Security Administration program operations manual in order to deliver disability determination services;
Recruitment and training (initial an ongoing) of staff including professional, technical and clerical personnel;
the development of agency policies and procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations and Social Security Administration program operations manual in order to deliver disability determination services;
the interpretation of federal guidelines and policies design to insure conformity of decision-making;
the design and supervision of an effective quality control system;
the continuous evaluation of the disability adjudication program to insure efficiency;
To coordinate activities with federal, state, local and private agencies and groups.
To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES: A thorough knowledge of the approved methods and practices used in rehabilitation work and vocational guidance work, or vocational disability determination; the ability to use initiative and skill in devising innovative methods of carrying out the program; the ability to plan, supervise and review the work of others and to assume the role of and Administrator or Deputy Administrator when needed; the ability to make studies and prepare reports; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing and possession of a Master's Degree in rehabilitation, vocational education, social work, or public administration, with, or supplemented by, extensive courses, workshops, and training sessions in rehabilitation, vocational education, sociology, personnel management, business management and related medical training; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a responsible administrative or supervisory position in one or more of the following fields; education, public welfare, public health, employment placement, or in a rehabilitation or disability determination program.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Supplemental Information
The position requires a deep understanding of vocational training, counseling, and employment services. In this role, the Assistant Administrator is responsible for working closely with a variety of stakeholders, including other government agencies, healthcare providers, and employers, to ensure that rehabilitation programs are effective.
Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator will be responsible to:
- Develop and implement vocational rehabilitation programs.
- Coordinate with healthcare providers, employers, and other government agencies.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of rehabilitation services.
- Supervise and train rehabilitation staff.
- Prepare reports and maintain records of client progress.
- Conduct forensic evaluations to determine client needs and goals.
- Provide counseling and guidance to clients utilizing various screening tools/assessments.
- Develop partnerships with community organizations.
- Facilitate job placement and retention services.
- Organize workshops and training sessions for clients.
The preferred applicant would possess the following:
- Certification as a Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
- Extensive experience in vocational rehabilitation settings.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in case management
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to vocational rehabilitation.
- 3-5 years of experience in vocational rehabilitation or a related area.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Ability to work with diverse populations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with EMR's
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and best practices
For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.