VR Program Associate (Program Associate III) at State of Nebraska in North Platte, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Education - Agency 13



Location:

North Platte, NE



Hiring Rate:

$19.450



Job Posting:

JR2024-00008539 VR Program Associate (Program Associate III) (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
08-06-2024



Job Description:

Join Nebraska VR as a VR Program Associate and support the team in their efforts of helping youth and adults with disabilities to find and maintain employment! As the initial point of contact for visitors, excellent customer service skills, approachability, and a welcoming demeanor are essential.


This team is full of experienced, tenured staff and has great learning resources in your teammates. The North Platte community also has great stakeholder organizations that partner with Nebraska VR! If you're looking to increase your skill in a great working environment, apply today!



Office Location & Schedule: This position is assigned to our office located in North Platte, NE, with potential for some telework after an onboarding and training period, contingent upon proper agency approvals.



Pay Rate:



$19.450/hour


This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.



Teammates Enjoy



In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $22,100 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

• Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
  
  
  • 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!
  
  
  • Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types
  
  
  • 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that's $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return
  
  
  
  


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  Thirteen paid holidays per year

Essential Functions

• Enters client information into the Nebraska VR data system (QE2) for intake, appointment set up, service provision, etc. Runs reports, and monitors and updates client employment milestones. Uploads client documents and enters task notes for all client interactions.


• Contacts medical providers, schools, and other organizations to request and collect necessary medical, school, public benefit, and financial information; and ensures receipt of requested information.


• Performs receptionist duties, responds to basic questions about Vocational Rehabilitation, and schedules appointments for clients.


• Prepares payment authorizations, obtains agreed upon goods and services and verifies their receipt.


• Contacts businesses that provide goods or services to Nebraska VR to set up payment accounts.


• Performs administrative duties and accounting work including reviewing and processing accounts receivable and payable.


• Assists VR Specialists with client purchases.


• Files, makes copies, routes information, and processes mail and postage.


• Operates and maintains office equipment, manages inventory, and orders and stocks equipment and supplies.


• Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Working Conditions and Travel:


This position requires approximately 100% of work time spent in an office environment (e.g., state offices, home offices). There is approximately three days of overnight travel per year.



Requirements / Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.



Preferred Qualifications: Experience with persons with disabilities, providing customer service. Experience using a client data system and keeping accurate records. Experience with accounting functions such as accounts payable and accounts receivable.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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