Below is an employment opportunity for graduate students interested in Vocational Rehabilitation.  Position posted “Until Filled”. You must be a current graduate student.

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=465507

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=465538

Job Description and Duties

This position is located in the city of San Diego.

Under the close supervision of a Rehabilitation Supervisor or Staff Services Manager I, a Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) may in addition to special projects and conducting a prevocational career workshop, assist one or more Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors to determine vocational rehabilitation potential and eligibility for services of individuals with disabilities.  The GSA works an average of 15-20 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 including vocational assessment and placement services.  The GSA will also conduct labor market training to DOR consumers; they will assist them with becoming familiar with the employment market through various known and trusted resources. The GSA receives training and gains practical experience from observing and assisting the counseling staff in the District.  The GSA may assist the counselor with vocational plans and 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 assist in the gathering of information of interpretation of medical, psychological, and vocational records and information for the purpose of identifying if an individual is eligible for services, to then leading in the development of rehabilitation plans.  They develop and maintain timely and necessary case documentation. They may serve as liaison and consultant to employers and community organizations regarding opportunities and considerations related to hiring individuals with disabilities.

Working Conditions

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 20 hours per week. If selected, the employee will receive an hourly compensation based on the number of hours worked.