Human Services Program Consultant Iii

HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT III -

Date:
Aug 27, 2026

Requisition No:880379

Agency:
Department of Education

Working Title:

HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT III -

Position Number:

Salary: $47,349.96 to $52,084.96 Annually

Bureau of Client Services & Program Support

Salary Range: $47,349.96 to $52,084.96 Annually

CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY

This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies up to six months.

* THIS IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY*

Mary Grant, Assistant District Administrator:

If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at .

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 . 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.

This position serves as an Employment Program Counselor is in the Division of Blind Services (DBS), District 5 Office, located in Daytona Beach. The Employment Program Counselor 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.

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Note:

The omission of specific job duties does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

• 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, implement and coordinate services in accordance with time frames, 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 the 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…