DOE/SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHAB COUNSELOR - 48004558

Requisition No: 841867 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: DOE/SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHAB COUNSELOR - 48004558

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48004558 

Salary:  Monthly Salary: $3,986.67 

Posting Closing Date: 12/05/2024 

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Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is hosting an INTERVIEW ON THE SPOT opportunity!

We are a federal-state vocational program dedicated to helping people with physical or mental disabilities be successful in employment. We are looking for you to be our recommended candidate in the running for 1 of 5 Senior VR Counselor positions across the following cities: Orlando, Sanford, and Leesburg.

What do you need to do?

• Meet the minimum requirements below.
• Apply now so we can expect you for an interview.
• Complete the application entirely, including all employment history following your highest educational achievement. Employment gaps over 3 months require an explanation as “added employment.”
• Be prepared to answer the qualified questions about your work location choice.
• Mark your calendar to walk-in during the time listed below for a panel interview with one of VR’s elite hiring teams.   

• When: Friday, December 6, 2024
• Time:   9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Location: Vocational Rehabilitation – 3191 Maguire Blvd. Suite# 250 Orlando, FL 32803

Minimum Requirements

Professional Experience

Work with individuals with disabilities, advocacy, or employment-related roles.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in the following fields: Counseling, Business, Psychology, Healthcare, Education, Public Safety, or Criminology and 2 years of professional experience.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in fields listed above and 1 year of professional experience.

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What to expect for the interview?

• Check-in with the receptionist for your interview.
• Meet Unit Supervisors, Area Supervisors and our very own Area Director, Wayne Olson!
• Spend time with the interview panel for approx. 30 minutes.
• Relax in the reception area and you will be notified within 25min if you are a recommended candidate in the running.
• Be prepared, if you are recommended, to meet our HR Personnel Liaison onsite with the following:

• Contact information for at least 2 references from previous employers listed on your application.
• Driver’s License.
• Social Security Card.
• Copy of Degree or unofficial transcripts.

This is important - although you may be identified as our recommended candidate in the running, a final decision will be decided within 6 – 8 weeks. If you are not chosen as the recommended candidate in the running, your interview score will remain on file for up to 6 months for consideration.

Job Description

As a Senior Counselor, you will provide professional vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with disabilities to help them achieve their employment goals. You will assess medical, psychological, and vocational information to determine service eligibility and develop individualized employment plans. Your role involves coordinating and negotiating services, vendor payments, conducting job placement activities, and building relationships with employers and community partners.

You'll manage client information and case records, provide technical assistance to internal and external customers, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and actively maintain fiscal compliance. Effective communication, data analysis, and career counseling skills are essential. You must balance multiple priorities, work productively under tight deadlines, and maintain a goal-directed approach. In-person attendance is essential for this position.

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State of Florida Employee Benefits

https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/

• Health insurance covered at 80% of the premium, leaving a monthly cost of $180.00 for family and $50.00 for individuals
• State of Florida Retirement – 3% employee contribution required
• 9 Paid holidays annually
• Paid Annual Leave up to 104 hours annually
• Paid Sick Leave up to 104 hours annually
• Paid Term Life Insurance policy for $25,000
• Supplemental insurance policy options: dental, vision, cancer, accidental, etc.
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement account options

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.