REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN-BLIND - 48007239 (BLIND SERVICES)

Requisition No: 837608 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN-BLIND - 48007239 (BLIND SERVICES)

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48007239 

Salary:  $36,400.00 - $40,040.00 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 11/26/2024 

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DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES

LOCATION: GAINESVILLE (ALACHUA COUNTY)
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A 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. 
 

Job Description:

This position serves as a Rehabilitation Technician/Client Intake and Support Specialist for the Blind/Visually Impaired in the Division of Blind Services District 3 Satellite Office, located in Gainesville, Florida. This position is responsible for providing intake services and case management for blind and visually impaired consumers of the Division of Blind Services. Intake services include gathering eye medical data for the purpose of eligibility determination by the Human Services Program Consultant (Employment Program Counselor).
 

 Examples of Work:

• Conducts client intake.
• Assesses client’s resources.
• Performs follow-up and maintains client contact through telephone calls and emails.
• Interviews, counsels, and evaluates clients to determine individual therapeutic activity needs.
• Consults with other professionals and team members concerning recommended programs.
• Prepares reports on clients’ progress and their reactions to various activities.
• Evaluates rehabilitation therapy programs and makes recommendations for adjustments and revisions.
• Conducts in-depth interviews with a diverse group of blind and visually impaired clients to assist in the determination of their eligibility for rehabilitation services and the feasibility for achieving a vocational independent living or educational goal.
• Determines existing problems and evaluates individual needs for achieving independence in daily living, in acquiring communication skills and/or obtaining suitable employment.
• Develops community contacts for similar benefits and socialization.
• Assists in the implementation of policies, standards, rules, regulations, and guidelines for program planning.
• Reviews applicant records to ensure that all necessary documentation is current and consistent with program guidelines.
• Composes and drafts letters and other correspondence.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• A high school diploma or its equivalent and professional or nonprofessional experience in a public vocational rehabilitation program can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
   

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of medical and psychological aspects of rehabilitation.

• Knowledge of community resources.
• Knowledge of employment program process.
• Knowledge of employment program policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of office procedures.
• Knowledge of the medical aspects of rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of employment program purchasing and accounting procedures.
• Knowledge of basic data operations and terminology.
• Skill in operation of general office equipment.
• Ability to operate a computer terminal.
• Ability to make decisions and to work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to compose correspondence without specific instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work.
   

 To be considered for a position with the Division of Blind Services:

• All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.
• A current resume must be included with this application, and the information contained in the resume must match the information included in the state application.
• All previous periods of employment must be listed and accounted for. Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first. 
• Periods of employment should include the supervisor's name and contact information. 
• 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. Putting "see resume" does not substitute for completing all sections of the candidate profile.
• 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.
• Resumes and 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. 

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 clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.