VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION CONSULTANT

Requisition No: 826539

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION CONSULTANT - 48004262

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48004262

Salary: 4,333.33 Monthly

Posting Closing Date: 05/31/2024

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DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
LOCATION: AREA 2
Unit 08B/Jacksonville
Position Number: 48004262
Minimum Hiring Salary: $4,333.33 Monthly

Our Mission is "to help people with disabilities find and maintain employment and enhance their independence." Our Vision is "to become the first place people with disabilities turn when seeking employment and a top resource for employers in need of qualified employees.

"This Advertisement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for up to 6 months.

Minimum Requirements: Establish and maintain education and experience requirements, to ensure that the personnel have a 21st century understanding of the evolving labor force and the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Bachelor's Degree

Attainment of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in 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
• social work
• psychology
• disability studies
• business administration
• human resources
• special education
• supported employment
• customized employment
• economics
• another field that reasonable prepares individuals to work with consumers and employers

Years of Experience
For each year of work experience required in the qualifications, an applicant shall have 12 months of full-time work experience in one, or in a combination of the areas listed below, to receive credit for an entire year of paid or unpaid experience consisting of:

Bachelor's degree plus not less than 2 years of paid or unpaid experience consisting of:

• direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center, or a transition education program for youth with disabilities ages 14-21
• direct experience as an employer
• direct experience as a small business owner or operator
• direct experience in self-employment
• experience in human resources
• experience in recruitment
• experience in supervising employees
• experience in training
• experience in other activities that provide experience in competitive integrated employment environments

Advanced Degree

A Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study can substitute for the one year of required professional experience:

• vocational rehabilitation counseling
• law
• social work
• psychology
• disability studies
• business administration
• human resources
• special education
• management
• public administration
• another field that reasonably provides confidence in:
  • the employment sector
  • in a disability field
  • or in both business-related and rehabilitation-related fields

This position is also responsible for providing independent, professional vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with diverse disabilities with the provision and coordination of complex services in order that they may attain or maintain employment. The incumbent of this position will access client information, maintain case records, produce correspondence, and perform other automated functions within the scope of the position's responsibilities. This position will travel to assist Unit Staff with maintaining compliance and continuing case processes to cover caseloads of vacant positions.

Provides consultation to VR Counselors and Supervisors. Assesses medical, psychological, and/or vocational information to determine eligibility and to develop individualized services to achieve vocational outcomes. Provides technical assistance to internal and external customers for the Area. Conducts and/or provides assistance to counselors in providing in-depth interviews of individuals with disabilities requiring complex rehabilitation strategies to determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services and developing an employment outcome.

Consults with internal customers regarding, and provides counseling and guidance in career planning for, individuals with disabilities who require complex rehabilitation strategies and coordinates or negotiates services leading to successful employment outcomes.

Develops and provides consultation to the Area staff regarding employer contacts and serves as liaison with employers. Devises placement opportunities to assist eligible individuals with disabilities in obtaining appropriate employment. Provides selective job development and placement and provides technical assistance on the use of employment strategies to internal and external customers. Coordinates, collaborates, facilitates, or directs, with a team approach, other placement activities including, but not limited to job development, job analysis, job forecasting. Provides technical assistance and training to internal and external customers.

Manages resources and/or provides technical assistance regarding financial accountability according to State and Federal regulations and policies. Assesses needs and develops appropriate resources for the Area.

Assesses training needs, provides technical assistance, and conducts specialized training to internal customers. Participates and provides training experiences designed to enhance professional competency and the understanding of policy, procedures, and good practices in vocational rehabilitation.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Attendance is an essential function of this position.

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.