Disability Program Administrator I in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleDisability Program Administrator I

Requisition NumberRE46507

Working TitlePre-ETSA & Transition Navigator

Department Name40526:Interdisciplinary Human Develo

Work LocationAshland, KY

Grade Level44

Salary Range$43,805-70,075/year

Type of PositionStaff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required EducationMA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience3 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone.

Physical RequirementsWhile there are physical, psychosocial and cognitive requirements of the position, the job duties can be accommodated for essential functions being completed in a variety of ways.

ShiftTypically 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Mon thru Fri (40 hours/week)Typically 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday (40 hours/week).

Job SummaryThe Human Development Institute at the University of Kentucky is seeking to fill a Disability Program Administrator I position within the Community Work Transition Program (CWTP).

This position will serve as an Pre-ETS & Transition Navigator in the East (TENCO/EKCEP) Region Region of Kentucky. Preferred candidate for this position would live within or very close to this region.

The CWTP provides rehabilitation staff and local school staff the training and technical assistance necessary to carry out Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requirements. This position will provide technical assistance and coaching to employment specialists (ES), school staff, and vocational rehabilitation (VR) agencies with an essential focus on pre-employment transition service and individualized transition services. This position will provide ongoing training to ES’s in recording information, activities, and invoices into the CWTP data bases. Position will assist with ongoing consultations to VR agencies and participating school districts with process and procedures of CWTP timelines and will assist with removing barriers of gaps of services being provided to students with disabilities. Position will assist CWTP Director and team in gathering needed information and in the dissemination of information, instruction, and resources.

This position will work from a remote home office location and necessitates some travel within assigned region and occasionally travel to another KY region (for CWTP team meetings, trainings, etc.)

This position will advance the mission and strategic plan of the HDI through research, education, and outreach. This position will contribute to a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.

Please ensure all attached documents are accessible documents.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesLeadership; planning & organizing; communication (written, oral, listening); judgement; initiative; collaboration & teamwork; attention to detail; dependability. Proficient with Microsoft products.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceFormal training in special education, transition, or rehabilitation counseling; direct service experience providing pre-ETS, transition, or vocational rehabilitation supports.

Deadline to Apply08/06/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What about this Pre-ETS & Navigator position interests you?
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. * Please describe your experiences and skills that relate to this position.
4. (Open Ended Question)
5. * The essential functions of this position require travel within assigned region and occasionally into other KY regions. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• YES
• NO

1. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?

• HigherEdJobs.com
• Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
• HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• InsightIntoDiversity.com
• Latinosinhighered.com
• Indeed.com
• A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
• UK Job Fair
• None of the Above

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter