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DSB Employees have a higher level of engagement and job satisfaction as indicated by our continuous high ranking in the state-wide Employee Engagement Survey. DSB’s employee longevity and retention, among certain job classes, speaks for itself. To be a part of this dynamic culture of committed, mission driven and inclusive staff at DSB, apply today.
Washington State offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance and retirement. Employees enjoy extensive opportunities for professional and personal development.
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The State of Washington celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.
The Washington State Department of Services for the Blind (DSB) recognizes that in order to achieve our mission and vision in service of those who reside in Washington, we must embed the values of diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. The State of Washington is diverse, and our department must reflect that diversity. When we are representative of the people we serve, we can better address the disparities in outcomes of our services for marginalized and underrepresented communities through purposeful, tailored and equitable use of resources and programs.
DSB is committed to working with Governor Inslee in fulfilling his executive order, EO 17-01, by following and adhering to the State Human Resources Directive 20-03
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Vision Rehabilitation Specialist - Senior (In-Training)
Yakima or Vancouver
As a Vision Rehabilitation Specialist - Senior, your role will involve analyzing and evaluating the adaptive skills of individuals with Blindness, Deaf-Blindness, and Low Vision to enhance their daily living activities and employment readiness. You will serve as a subject matter expert in Rehabilitation Teaching, Orientation & Mobility, employing cutting-edge technologies and training methods to support both current and future participants and employers.
Your responsibilities will include recommending and contributing to curriculum development, implementing training methodologies, and ensuring compliance with Section 508 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in recruiting, assessing, and managing vendors offering specialized adaptive rehabilitation training.
For complete position description, qualifications, benefits, and application, visit State of Washington Job Opportunities - Vision Rehabilitation Specialist - Senior (In-Training).