VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION CONSULTANT - 48004201 Date: Feb 12, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 846747 Agency: Department of Education Working Title: VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION CONSULTANT - 48004201 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 48004201 Salary: $4,333.33 Monthly Posting Closing Date: 02/19/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION LOCATION: TALLAHASSEE POSITION TITLE: VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION CONSULTANT Position Number: 48004201 Minimum Hiring Salary: $4,333.33 Monthly “Anticipated Vacancy” To find out more about what we do at Vocational Rehabilitation, please visit http://www.rehabworks.org/ Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that helps people who have physical or mental disabilities get or keep a job. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers. 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. Background Screening Requirement: It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment undergo level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirement of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment of being permitted to serve as a volunteer. All applicants for employment or to volunteer who are selected for an interview will be provided with the Consent to Background Screening form for level 2 screening, the Affidavit of Good Moral Character, and the Notice of Rights. The leading candidate for employment or to volunteer will be required to execute the Consent form and Affidavit, report to a designated location, and submit fingerprints for level 2 screening. 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. 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. Minimum Requirements: 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 + 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 3 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 + 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 Job Description: The employee must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The employee must interact courteously with others. The employee's performance and behavior must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Attendance is an essential function of this position. This position is responsible for providing technical assistance on vocational rehabilitation issues to internal and external customers and developing resources and implementing special projects to expedite and expand services on an Area-wide basis. 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. 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 related duties as required. Special requirements: Familiarity with the role of the VR Consultant Experience handling high caseloads Team player KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: + Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis. + Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data to solve problems, document workflow and offer improvements to management. + Ability to conduct fact finding research. + Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. + Ability to use problem solving techniques. + Ability to use automated systems. APPLICATION INFORMATION & REQUIREMENTS Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety. Your packet may be held up at the final review step if you are missing the below items. + Work History (entered with the most recent/current listed first: + Any and all State of Florida jobs + Any and all Florida University jobs + All periods of employment + Periods of unemployment + Gaps 3 months or more* + Education + Volunteer Experience + Include supervisor names and phone numbers of all periods of employment. + Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. + Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. + It is unacceptable to use the statement“See Resume”in place of entering work history. + Each field (address, city, and state, dates, phone numbers, etc.) must be completed. + Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first. + If claiming Veteran’s Preference, the candidate MUST attach supporting documentation (DD214). + If claiming the Right to Interview, the candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. + All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 RESUME An updated resume isrequiredto accompany your application, please attach when applying for this vacancy. ***Information contained in responses to Qualifying Questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills and/or abilities must also be disclosed on the State of Florida Employment Application. *** BENEFITS INFORMATION + State of Florida Retirement package – 3% employee contribution required + 10 Paid Holidays annually + 104 Hours of Paid Annual Leave annually + 104 Hours of Paid Sick Leave annually + Health Insurance for Individual or Family Coverage – State pays 80% of premium + Life Insurance – State pays 80% of premium + Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, etc. + Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available + Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction Benefits information can be found on the following website: http://mybenefits.myflorida.com/ Complete and register your State of Florida Employment Application on-line, which will then enable you to electronically submit your application for advertised vacancies in the state. 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: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee