Caltrans District 3 · 19 hours ago
GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT
Los Angeles, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$3,616/mo - $5,641/moCaltrans District 3 is seeking a Graduate Student Assistant to assist Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors in providing vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities. The role involves counseling, planning, and coordinating rehabilitation services while gaining practical experience in a supportive environment.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assist one or more Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors to determine vocational rehabilitation potential and eligibility for services of adults, youth, and students with disabilities
Work 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
Receive training and gain practical experience from observing and assisting the counseling staff in the District
Help facilitate the effective delivery of Pre-Employment Transition Services to Potentially Eligible and eligible students with disabilities, ages 16 through 21
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
Analyze and interpret medical, psychological, and vocational information for the purpose of developing rehabilitation plans
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
Qualification
Required
Must show proof of enrollment in a graduate program at a college or university of recognized standing
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 department's mission and goals
Experience communicating with and providing information regarding DOR services to applicants and consumers
Benefits
Pension through CALPERS
Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
Medical benefits into retirement
Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Reimbursement Accounts (Medical and Childcare)
Disability Insurance Programs
Company
Caltrans District 3
Caltrans District 3 is a government administration company based out of 703 B ST, Marysville, California, United States.
Founded in 1895Marysville, California, US
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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