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MyFlorida HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT I - 48007145 (BLIND SERVICES) in MIAMI, Florida
HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT I - 48007145 (BLIND SERVICES)
Date: Jan 10, 2025
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Requisition No: 844516
Agency: Department of Education
Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT I - 48007145 (BLIND SERVICES)
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 48007145
Salary: $40,000.00 to $44,000.00 annually
Posting Closing Date: 02/10/2025
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES BUREAU OF CLIENT SERVICES & PROGRAM SUPPORT LOCATION: DISTRICT 12/ MIAMI (MIAMI-DADE COUNTY)
JOB TITLE: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT I - CS (CAREER SERVICE)
SALARY RANGE: $40,000.00 to $44,000.00 ANNUALLY
Our Mission:
The Division of Blind Services ensures 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. With District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, and the Braille and Talking Books Library, the Division of Blind Services has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians.
Florida Division of Blind Services Main Page (https://dbs.fldoe.org/)
Office Contact:
Pamela Ortiz, District Administrator
(305) 377-5339
Job Description:
This position is located in the Division of Blind Services, District 12 in Miami, Florida. This position serves as an Employment Placement Specialist which is responsible 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 through the use of marketing and job development techniques. The incumbent makes contacts and meets with employers for the purpose of identifying prospective job opportunities. The incumbent will provide job coaching and other support services to obtain competitive employment.
Examples of Work:
Conduct client intake.
Assess client resources.
Perform job placement and job development activities for clients.
Perform follow-up and maintain client contact through telephone calls and home visits.
Interview, counsel, and evaluate clients to determine individual therapeutic activity needs.
Consult with other professionals and team members concerning recommended programs.
Prepare reports on client progress and their reactions to various activities.
Evaluate rehabilitation therapy programs and make recommendations for adjustment and revisions.
Conduct in-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.
Determine existing problems and evaluate individual needs for achieving independence in daily living, in acquiring communication skills, and/or obtaining suitable employment.
Develop community contacts for employment opportunities, similar benefits, and socialization.
Assist in 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of professional experience in health, social, economic or rehabilitative programs, health care or hospital administration or planning.
A master's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of the required experience.
Professional or nonprofessional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
Ability to maintain a clear driving history.
Ability to maintain a Florida Driver License.
Knowledge, Skills and 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.
To be considered for a position with the Division of Blind Services:
NOTE: All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Your packet may be held up at the final review step if you are missing any of the below items.
• All previous periods of employment must be listed and accounted for. Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first.
The following must be included:
• Any and all State of Florida jobs.
• Any and all Florida Community College or University jobs.
• All periods of employment from high school graduation forward.
• Periods of unemployment (gaps). *All gaps 3 months (90 days) or more must be accounted for.
• Education (high school, GED, Community College, University).
• Volunteer Experience.
• A current resume must be included with this application, and the information contained in the resume must match the information contained in the state application.
• Periods of employment should include the supervisor's name and contact information. Your current place of employment should be included. If you are currently unemployed, please make sure that information is included.
• Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Gaps of employment of 3 months or more must be addressed on the application.
• Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• It is unacceptable to use the statement “see resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will convert to your official application.
• Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable in the candidate profile. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Preference will be given for qualifying veterans, employees in layoff status and qualified candidates based on a review of their overall scores, KSAs, primary and supplemental applications, as well as completion of any required work samples, willingness questionnaires, and behavioral/personality/skills tests, and interview responses, as applicable. References and file reviews from previous employment will be verified to determine suitability.
• Other documentation can be attached to provide additional information.
• Individuals lacking the ability to competently do the job and those who are unable to positively contribute to a productive team environment, need not apply.
• The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening.
• If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach the correct supporting documentation to be considered (DD214).
• If you are claiming Right to First Interview, you must attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying to be considered. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions.
• All documentation is due by the close of the job requisition/advertisement.
If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at: 877-562-7287.
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 (Eligibility Required)
» Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida Community Colleges/Universities)
» Career Growth
» Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits
» Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)
» Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
» Flexible Spending Accounts
» Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
» Ongoing comprehensive training provided
» Highly skilled, professional environment
BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT:
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. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. The Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. For more information, please visit the Social Security website.
Selective Services System (SSS):
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. For more information, please visit the Selective Service website.
The Florida Division of Blind Services is committed
to increasing recruitment and hiring of Veterans and individuals with disabilities and
improving employment outcomes.
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
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Nearest Major Market:Miami
