<p>Position is funded in part through federal funds.</p> <p>The primary purpose of this position is to provide casework support to Rehabilitation Counselors in the Raleigh Unit office. The major duties include support for general physical and intellectual disabilities caseloads as well as providing support in all aspects of office needs. The position requires a wide range of knowledge regarding community resources and local employers as well as the ability to communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.</p> <p>Job responsibilities include the following:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Process authorizations as directed and record invoices, file documents, follow up with vendors, and prepare routine and ad hoc reports as needed</p> </li><li> <p>Serve as receptionist for the office, which requires daily contact with the public and answering the telephone</p> </li><li> <p>Be one of the point of contacts for clients/potential clients and maintain knowledge of the services not only of DVR but other public agencies</p> </li><li> <p>Interact with clients to obtain information at referral for the purpose of completing the initial application and/or providing services during the rehabilitation process</p> </li><li> <p>Gather and compile additional information as identified by the counselor to aid in providing sufficient information for the Counselors' assessment and eligibility determination</p> </li><li> <p>Make follow-up phone calls to customers to remind of scheduled appointments & process and distribute incoming and outgoing mail</p> </li><li> <p>Operate various office equipment - personal computer, printer, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as needed</p> </li></ul> <p>Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. </p> <p>The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Knowledge or experience working with a team</p> </li><li> <p>Experience performing routine office support functions</p> </li><li> <p>Experience working with the public</p> </li></ul> <p>Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.</p> <p>High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; </p> <p>OR</p> <p>equivalent combination of education and experience.</p> <p>The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.   For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.</p> <p>DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.</p> <p> </p> <p>In accordance with Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously Justice System Involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.</p> <p>Application Process</p> <p>Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.</p> <ul> <li>Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. </li><li>Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers. </li><li>If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date. </li><li>Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check. </li><li>Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.  </li><li>Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.  </li><li>For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. </li></ul> <p>Degree/College Credit Verification</p> <p>Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.</p> <p>Military Experience</p> <ul> <li>Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. </li><li>Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  </li><li>Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. </li></ul> <p>ADA Accommodations</p> <p>Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.   If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.</p> <p>NEOGOV Technical Assistance</p> <p>For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442.  If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.</p> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov.</p>