HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT I - 48007145 (BLIND SERVICES)

Company: State of Florida
Location: Miami
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT I - 48007145 (BLIND SERVICES)Date: May 5, 2025
The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on ourE-Verify Website .Requisition No:852411Agency: Department of EducationWorking Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT I - 48007145 (BLIND SERVICES)Position Number:48007145Salary: $41,200.00 to $45,320.00 AnnuallyBureau of Client Services & Program SupportSalary Range: $41,200.00 to $45,320.00 AnnuallyCANDIDATES ARETYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARYThis advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies up to six months.APPLICATION INFORMATION & HIRING REQUIREMENTSApplication Information:

• Your Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety.
• Work History (in easy to review chronological order) Consists of:
  • Any position held by a State of Florida Agency
  • Any position held by a Florida University
  • All periods of employment from high school graduation
  • All periods of current or prior unemployment
  • Gaps 3 months or more must be accounted for*
  • Any Education
  • Any Volunteer Experience
  • Your resume and application must match
  • *Gaps 3 months or moremust be addressed- you will need to account for and explain any gaps in employment including unemployment. You can either list these in your application under Period of Employment or attach a word document listing your gaps.
  • It isunacceptableto use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will be converted to your official application.
  • Include supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact information for your Human Resources office to verify current or former employment.
  • Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.Hiring Information and Requirements:
    • The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews every application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history in the People First system.
    • If claimingVeteran's Preference , the candidateMUSTattach supporting documentation such as the DD214 and your VA Letter that reflects level of disability if applicable. Applicable to career service positions only.
    • If claimingRight to First Interview , the candidateMUSTattach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. Applicable to career service positions only.If you are missing any of the items above, your packet may be held up at the final review step.NOTE:Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.Office Contact:Phone: (305) 377-5339Job Description:This position is in the Division of Blind Services, District 12 Office in Miami. This position serves as anEmployment Placement Specialistwhich isresponsible for providing direct job development and placement services for blind and visually impaired consumers of the Division of Blind Services. The incumbent in this position develops and provides job opportunities for eligible individuals by deploying marketing and job development techniques. The incumbent makes contact and meets with employers for the purpose of identifying prospective job opportunities. The incumbent will providejob coaching and other support services to obtain competitive employment.Duties and Responsibilities:(Note: The omission of specific job duties does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has an open position that is responsible for executing the following functions:
      • Conductclient intake.
      • Assessclientresources.
      • Performjob placement and job development activities for clients.
      • Perform follow-up and maintainclient contact through telephone calls and home visits.
      • Interview, counsel, and evaluate clients to determine individual therapeutic activity needs.
      • Consultwith other professionals and team members concerning recommended programs.
      • Preparereports on clientprogress and their reactions to various activities.
      • Evaluaterehabilitation therapy programs and makerecommendations for adjustment and revisions.
      • Conductin-depth interviews with a diverse group of blind and visually impaired clients to determine their eligibility for rehabilitation services and the feasibility for achieving a vocational independent living or educational goal.
      • Determineexisting problems and evaluateindividual needs for achieving independence in daily living, in acquiring communication skills, and/or obtaining suitable employment.
      • Developcommunity contactsfor employment opportunities, similar benefits, and socialization.
      • Assistin the establishment of policies, standards, rules, regulations, and guidelines for program planning.
      • Will be responsible as needed for the State Vehicle. This will include completing timely vehicle logs and submitting travel reimbursements and authorizations as needed. This may also include fueling, cleaning, and providing maintenance on the State Vehicle as needed.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
        • Knowledge of social, economic, rehabilitative or health care services, administration or planning techniques.
        • Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
        • Ability to develop program manuals, policies, procedures, standards and rules.
        • Ability to analyze the effectiveness of service programs and identify resources or adjustments needed to meet needs.
        • Ability to conduct research studies.
        • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
        • Ability to communicate effectively.
        • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
        • Ability to maintain a clear driving record.
        • Ability to maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.Who We're Looking For:The ideal incumbent must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The incumbent must interact courteously with others. The performance and behavior of all employees must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unity. Attendance is an essential function.Other Miscellaneous Duties:
          • Performs other duties as requested.
          • Some travel is required.Minimum Qualifications:
            • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or universityin a field of study reasonably related to vocational rehabilitation, to indicate a level of competency and skill demonstrating basic preparation in a field of study such as vocational rehabilitation counseling;or
            • Four years of professional and relevant experience in a public vocational rehabilitation program.Preference will be given to those with a bachelor's degree.
            • Ability to maintain a clear driving history.
            • Ability to maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.Preferred Qualifications:Preference will be given to candidates with:
              • A bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited college or university.
              • Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in a public vocational rehabilitation program.
              • An ability to establish and maintain education and experience requirements to ensure an understanding of the evolving labor force and the needs of individuals with disabilities.
              • Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).Division of Blind Services Mission Statement:The Division of Blind Services ensure blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support and opportunities to achieve success. In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities. The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible. The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services. District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC), and the Braille and Talking Books Library. The Division of Blind Servies has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians.Working for the State of Florida has Benefits!* State Group Insurance Coverage options+ (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options)* Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year.*Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required).*Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities).*Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits.*Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com) .*Annual and Sick Leave Benefits.*Flexible Spending Accounts.*Highly skilled, professional environment.*We care about the success of our employees.*We care about the success of our clients.*We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customers' experiences and ourselves.*We offer rewarding experiences for reliable, compassionate and professional employees.Leave Information: (CS)
                • Annual Leave- All full-time Career Service employees filling established positions earn annual leave in varying increments dependent upon years of creditable service. Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month. Employees in Senior Management Service and Selected Exempt Service positions are credited with 176 hours of annual leave upon appointment. In subsequent years, the annual allotment is credited on the anniversary date of the initial appointment.
                • Sick Leave- Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month.It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct the required verifications. No applicant for a designated position will be employed, contracted or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, finger printing for all purposes and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records check through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and local criminal records checks through local law enforcement.Selective Service System (SSS) and Requirement:Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire.If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.Location:MIAMI, FL, US, 33128 MIAMI, FL, US, 33055 MIAMI, FL, US, 33101 MIAMI, FL, US, 33122 MIAMI, FL, US, 33125 MIAMI, FL, US, 33126 MIAMI, FL, US, 33127 MIAMI, FL, US, 33130 MIAMI, FL, US, 33131 MIAMI, FL, US, 33132 MIAMI, FL, US, 33134 MIAMI, FL, US, 33135 MIAMI, FL, US, 33136 MIAMI, FL, US, 33137 MIAMI, FL, US, 33138 MIAMI, FL, US, 33142 MIAMI, FL, US, 33144 MIAMI, FL, US, 33145 MIAMI, FL, US, 33147 MIAMI, FL, US, 33150 MIAMI, FL, US, 33155 MIAMI, FL, US, 33157 MIAMI, FL, US, 33160 MIAMI, FL, US, 33161 MIAMI, FL, US, 33162 MIAMI, FL, US, 33165 MIAMI, FL, US, 33166 MIAMI, FL, US, 33169 MIAMI, FL, US, 33172 MIAMI, FL, US, 33173 MIAMI, FL, US, 33174 MIAMI, FL, US, 33175 MIAMI, FL, US, 33176 MIAMI, FL, US, 33177 MIAMI, FL, US, 33178 MIAMI, FL, US, 33181 MIAMI, FL, US, 33183 MIAMI, FL, US, 33184 MIAMI, FL, US, 33186 MIAMI, FL, US, 33189 MIAMI, FL, US, 33194 MIAMI, FL, US, 33199 MIAMI, FL, US, 33256 MIAMI, FL, US, 33283For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time
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