Human Services Program Consultant Iii

4 weeks ago


Fort Myers, United States The State of Florida Full time

Requisition No: 831254

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT III - 48007169 (BLIND SERVICES)

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48007169

**Salary**: $45,000.00 to $47,250.00 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 07/16/2024

**Total Compensation Estimator **Tool**

**DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES**

**LOCATION: FT. MYERS (LEE COUNTY)**

**SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF LEVEL 2 BACKGROUND SCREENING IS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.**

**CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY.**

**_ALL EMPLOYMENT GAPS MUST BE EXPLAINED AND INCLUDED WITH WORK HISTORY WHEN APPLYING._**

**THIS IS A STATE OF FLORIDA CAREER SERVICE (CS) OPPORTUNITY.**

This position is located in the Division of Blind Services, District 9 Ft. Myers Office. The Human Services Program Consultant III works with DBS clients and local businesses and other federal, state, public and non-profit employers, providing unique, specialized services to blind adults and children through the vision rehabilitation process, including advocacy, referral and resource development, counseling and guidance, and all other aspects of Independent Living, Children’s, and Vocational Rehabilitation Services.

**Examples of Work**:

- Maintain and practice a current understanding of FDOE and DBS policies and guidelines regarding information security.
- Provide unique, specialized services to blind adults and children throughout the vision rehabilitation process including advocacy, referral and resource development, counseling and guidance, and all other aspects of Independent Living, Children’s, and Vocational Rehabilitation services.
- Conduct outreach activities to increase on-the-job training, apprenticeships, work-based learning, volunteering, and employment opportunities.
- Participate in job development, placement and follow-up activities of clients and utilize specific assessment tools as directed by policies and procedures.
- Provide and document required client contacts, initial interview assessments, plan development, closure reports, and implements and coordinates services in accordance with timeframes, policies, and procedures specified in the case service manual.
- Model and demonstrate the principals of flexibility, adaptability, and approachability - while adhering to applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures.
- Exhibit effective communication, collaboration, and cooperation.
- Ensure services are expedited to applicants and clients with actual job offers and those who are at risk of losing employment.
- Utilize understanding of education and training programs for blind and visually impaired clients to increase attainment of recognized post-secondary credentials that align with the skill needs of industries that lead to career pathways.
- Obtain and interpret eye medical/other information to determine eligibility for services in accordance with program procedures.
- Develop and amend Individualized Plans of Employment reflecting required and appropriate services necessary for the client to obtain or maintain competitive integrated employment paying above subminimum wages.
- Focus on career pathways by coordinating with education/training programs that provide workforce preparation activities, programs, and services designed to help an individual acquire a combination of academic knowledge and skills.
- Coordinate necessary services such as independent living skills, assistive technology, orientation & mobility, supported employment, communication and vocational skills training with local providers. Work cooperatively with community providers, eye medical facilities and government agencies to develop referrals and coordinate services.
- Utilize understanding of the Ticket to Work program to assist “ticket holders” in their efforts to find or retain employment for self-sufficiency.
- Provide opportunities for and information about recreational/extracurricular activities and advocate for client participation in these types of activities when appropriate.
- Provide community education, outreach, guidance, and training about blindness and document those activities in AWARE.
- Provide liaison services to schools and participate in the development of Individual Education Plans when requested.
- Assist teachers, employers and training sites - when requested - with making adaptations and/or modifications.
- Participate in transition staffing and make recommendations for new referrals to the VR program through meetings with the Independent Living/Children's Rehabilitation Specialist on a quarterly basis.
- Encourage clients to attain industry-recognized certificates and credentials linked to occupations in high demand.
- Encourage the client's development of self-advocacy skills.
- Conduct follow-up calls with clients and employers within 90 days of employment start date, as well as at the 180-day and employment anniversary to determine further services and possible job opportunities for other clients. Work



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