Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This is a continuance of a previously posted advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

This position is located in the  city of Laguna Hills .

Proof of enrollment in a graduate program is required.  This is a non-tenure/intermittent position.  Graduate Student Assistants can work no more than 1500 hours in a 12 consecutive month period.

Under the close supervision of a Rehabilitation Supervisor or Staff Services Manager I, the Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) will work an average of 15-20 hours per week in a trainee capacity and may assist in the delivery of vocational rehabilitation services including vocational assessments and conducting employment related workshops.  The GSA will receive training and gain practical experience from observing and assisting professional staff in the District. They may assist to analyze and interpret medical, psychological and vocational records and information for the purpose of developing successful rehabilitation plans and case management. They may develop and maintain timely and necessary case documentation. The GSA may counsel with, plan, arrange for, and coordinate the vocational rehabilitation of persons with physical and mental disabilities which are substantial impediments to suitable employment once they have been trained.  They may serve as liaison and consultant to community organizations regarding opportunities and considerations related to hiring individuals with disabilities.

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.

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Working Conditions

Seasonal Clerks, Student Assistants, Graduate Student Assistants:

Seasonal Clerks, Student Assistants and Graduate Student Assistants are not allowed to work more than 1500 hours in a calendar year. The anticipated time worked will be 15-20 hours per week.  If selected, the employee will receive an hourly compensation based on the number of hours worked.

Special Requirements

Include JC#446492 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.

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.

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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's 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, PowerPoint, and Microsoft TEAMS.
• Knowledge of department's mission and goals.
• Experience communicating with and providing information regarding DOR services to applicants and consumers.
• Ability to reason logically, write effectively, analyze situations accurately, and adopt an effective course of action; establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the work.
• Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and in group settings.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Medical Benefits, including  ,  , and insurance
• Deferred Compensation options: 
• (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal 

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Additional Information

Successful applicants will have followed the instructions under the Special Requirements and Required Application Documents sections of this bulletin and either:  1) have passed an examination for this classification, 2) be an existing state employee with transfer eligibility, or 3) be a former state employee with reinstatement eligibility.

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 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 required and must be included.

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