Location: Palm Coast, FL
Company: Adventhealth
No State Income Tax Our promise to you: Joining Advent Health is about being part of something bigger.
It s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. Advent Health is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ.
Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Schedule: Per Diem Shift : Hiring for Per Diem Nights or Per Diem Days The community you ll be caring for: Advent Health Palm Coast Parkway is our newest
addition to the Advent Health family and opened in August 2023. Our new facility is expected to provide up to 700 new jobs in our Palm Coast community. Palm Coast Parkway is a 100 private bed facility made up of 40 critical care patient rooms and 60 general medical or surgical rooms.
Our new hospital services include Emergency Care, Full-Service Imaging, shop, 5 operating suites, Endoscopy Suites, Outpatient Lab & Imaging, Heart Catheterization Labs, and Chapel. Our new campus also includes a 2-story medical office building providing services in Outpatient Orthopedic Rehab, Cardiology, Gastrointestinal, Surgical, Urology, GYN, and Pulmonary The role you ll contribute: The respiratory
therapist provides routine, emergent and critical cardiopulmonary care under the direction of a physician to neonatal (if applicable to facility) pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Adheres to the Corporate Compliance Plan, to the rules and regulations of all local, state, and federal agencies and to the standards of all accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The value you ll bring to the team: Supervises the delivery of cardiopulmonary care in accordance with applicable policy and procedure. Ensures the effectiveness of therapist backssment and reassessment by monitoring patient progress.
Recommends change in respiratory plan of care according to documented medical necessity and within the confines of established protocols. Monitors, instructs, and coaches patient before, during and after treatment delivery. Prevents and/or resolves untoward side effects. Adjusts therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria. Makes and/or recommends changes based on pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x-ray, lab work and other data relevant to optimal patient progress. Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation.
Determines or guides the determination of ventilator mode and settings. Reevaluates patient/ventilator interface a minimum of every four hours. Responds to alarms and otherwise troubleshoots as needed. Establishes weaning readiness and facilitates weaning process. Adjusts ventilator in accordance with patient progress. Draws and analyzes arterial blood gases which may include Lactic Acid. Places arterial lines. Makes or recommends changes in respiratory management according to blood gas results. Responds to emergencies including Code STEMI, Rapid Response and Code Blues; establishes and maintains airway, performs CPR.
Operates as support staff for cardiopulmonary diagnostics. This may include performing cardiac stress testing under direct physician supervision, setting up and discontinuing holter monitors, electrocardiograms, pulmonary function testing and electroencephalograms Qualifications The expertise and experiences you ll need to succeed: Minimum qualifications: Must be registered by National Board for Respiratory Care FL RRT or CRT license. If CRT licensed, must have a minimum of 4 years experience. One year experience in critical care Current BLS certification ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of employment PALS and/or NRP must be obtained within 90 days of employment if required by the incumbent s regional hospital This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Associated topics: ambulatory, bsn, care unit, domiciliary, maternal, nurse, nurse rn, psychiatric, registed, tcu
COUNSELOR Position Number: 48004928 Minimum Hiring Salary: $3,986.67 Monthly The salary may be negotiable dependent upon years of experience, education level and available salary rate.
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. 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 social work 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 to receive credit for an entire year.
Bachelor’s degree plus not less than 2 years of paid or unpaid
experience consisting of: direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center direct service for advocacy activities that provide such individual with experience and skills in working with individuals with disabilities 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 Attainment of a Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study such as: vocational rehabilitation counseling law social work 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 Years of Experience For each year of work experience required in the qualifications, an applicant shall have 12 months of full-time work experience to receive credit for an entire year.
Advanced degree plus not less than 1 years of paid or unpaid experience consisting of: direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center direct service for advocacy activities that provide such individual with experience and skills in working with individuals with disabilities 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 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 independent professional vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with a diversity of disabilities in order that they may attain employment; providing and coordinating complex services; and providing technical assistance on vocational rehabilitation issues to internal and external customers.
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 backsses medical, psychological, and vocational information to determine eligibility for services.
Provides technical assistance to internal and external customers. Develops and implements with full participation of the customer with a disability, an Individual Plan for Employment to determine employment outcomes. Provides professional vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with a diversity of disabilities who require complex vocational rehabilitation strategies in order that they may attain appropriate employment outcomes. Provides information to assist individuals with disabilities in making informed choices regarding services, service providers and emplyment outcomes. Authorizes, coordinates and/or negotiates services leading to successful employment outcomes.
Negotiates with individuals with disabilities regarding plan development. Devises job placement opportunities through job placement activities, including job analysis, job development, and labor market information to assist individuals with disabilities to obtain appropriate employment outcomes. Develops employer contacts and serves as liaison with employers. Utilizes the resources of community rehabilitation providers in securing appropriate job placement for eligible individuals with disabilities. Coordinates or collaborates with others in other placement activities.
Provides technical assistance to internal and external customers. Conducts in-depth interviews of individuals with disabilities requiring complex rehabilitation strategies to determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services and the feasibility for achieving a vocational goal. Manages resources to ensure financial accountability according to state and federal regulations and policies. Collaborates with community partners to assure appropriate use of available resources. Provides technical assistance and specialized training to internal customers.
Participates in training experiences designed to enhance professional competency in vocational rehabilitation. Performs other duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the theories and practices in vocational rehabilitation guidance and counseling Knowledge of interviewing techniques Knowledge of medical and psychological aspects of disability groups Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication Knowledge of employment resources and vocational rehabilitation resources Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data Ability to compile, organize and analyze medical, vocational and psychological data Ability to administer tests and analyze results Ability to provide counseling and guidance in the area of career planning Ability to develop individual vocational rehabilitation programs and place clients in appropriate vocation Ability to communicate effectively Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others 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.
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 requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or 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.
STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS State of Florida Retirement - 3% Employee Contribution Required 10 Paid Holidays annually Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month. Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month Health Insurance for Individual or Family Coverage – State pays 80% of premium Life Insurance – State pays premium for $25,000 basic term life insurance for full time employee Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, etc.
Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center -xyz X).
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. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, applicants eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply. However, applicants claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each application submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any others documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
All documentation is due by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. For information on the supporting documentation required, click here. Applicants may also fax their supporting documentation to People First at -xyz X. RESUME: If you wish to submit a resume with your application, please attach when applying for this vacancy. Be sure to include the Requisition ID number, 819013 for this specific vacancy on each page of your resume 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 -xyz X). 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.
Fifth District Our Organization and Mission: The five Regional Counsel offices were created by the Legislature pursuant to Section 27.511, Fla.
Stat. in 2007 to provide legal representation to indigent persons in criminal conflict cases where the Public Defender has a conflict or in cases where there are multiple co-defendants.
The Regional Counsel Office, Fifth Region serves 4 judicial circuits and 13 counties. They are as follows: Fifth Circuit – Citrus, Hernando, Lake, Marion, Sumter; Seventh Circuit – Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns, Volusia; Ninth Circuit – Orange, Osceola; Eighteenth Circuit – Brevard, Seminole. Whether you work in one or all counties, you work for The Regional
Counsel who is appointed by the governor. Criminal Defense Attorney - The Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel, 5th District, is seeking full time criminal defense attorneys in Inverness, Citrus County, Florida.
The position will involve litigating felony, misdemeanor, and juvenile delinquency cases. The primary objective of the attorney is to litigate and provide the most effective and efficient representation possible to our indigent clients. The Attorney will be required to represent clients in various types of court hearings, to include jury trials, non-jury trials, evidentiary hearings, and motion practice. Experience preferred, but not required. Must be a member
in good standing with The Florida Bar or registered to take the February 2024 Bar Exam.
To apply, please send a resume, and cover letter by email to Michael C. Nappi: xyz X@. Starting Salary - starting at $61,500.00 and up depending on experience. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and sick leave; Paid holidays and one paid Personal Day each year; State Insurance coverage options: health, life, dental, vision, and other. Retirement Plan options (for more information, please see ).
For a more complete list of benefits, please see www. mybenefits.. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at -xyz X on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 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 -xyz X).
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.
COUNSELOR Position Number: 48004901 Minimum Hiring Salary: $3,986.67 Monthly The salary may be negotiable dependent upon years of experience, education level and available salary rate.
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. 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 social work 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 to receive credit for an entire year.
Bachelor’s degree plus not less than 2 years of paid or unpaid
experience consisting of: direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center direct service for advocacy activities that provide such individual with experience and skills in working with individuals with disabilities 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 Attainment of a Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study such as: vocational rehabilitation counseling law social work 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 Years of Experience For each year of work experience required in the qualifications, an applicant shall have 12 months of full-time work experience to receive credit for an entire year.
Advanced degree plus not less than 1 years of paid or unpaid experience consisting of: direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center direct service for advocacy activities that provide such individual with experience and skills in working with individuals with disabilities 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 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 independent professional vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with a diversity of disabilities in order that they may attain employment; providing and coordinating complex services; and providing technical assistance on vocational rehabilitation issues to internal and external customers.
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 backsses medical, psychological, and vocational information to determine eligibility for services.
Provides technical assistance to internal and external customers. Develops and implements with full participation of the customer with a disability, an Individual Plan for Employment to determine employment outcomes. Provides professional vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with a diversity of disabilities who require complex vocational rehabilitation strategies in order that they may attain appropriate employment outcomes. Provides information to assist individuals with disabilities in making informed choices regarding services, service providers and emplyment outcomes.
Authorizes, coordinates and/or negotiates services leading to successful employment outcomes. Negotiates with individuals with disabilities regarding plan development. Devises job placement opportunities through job placement activities, including job analysis, job development, and labor market information to assist individuals with disabilities to obtain appropriate employment outcomes. Develops employer contacts and serves as liaison with employers. Utilizes the resources of community rehabilitation providers in securing appropriate job placement for eligible individuals with disabilities. Coordinates or collaborates with others in other placement activities.
Provides technical assistance to internal and external customers. Conducts in-depth interviews of individuals with disabilities requiring complex rehabilitation strategies to determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services and the feasibility for achieving a vocational goal. Manages resources to ensure financial accountability according to state and federal regulations and policies. Collaborates with community partners to assure appropriate use of available resources. Provides technical assistance and specialized training to internal customers.
Participates in training experiences designed to enhance professional competency in vocational rehabilitation. Performs other duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the theories and practices in vocational rehabilitation guidance and counseling Knowledge of interviewing techniques Knowledge of medical and psychological aspects of disability groups Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication Knowledge of employment resources and vocational rehabilitation resources Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data Ability to compile, organize and analyze medical, vocational and psychological data Ability to administer tests and analyze results Ability to provide counseling and guidance in the area of career planning Ability to develop individual vocational rehabilitation programs and place clients in appropriate vocation Ability to communicate effectively Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others 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.
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 requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or 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.
STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS State of Florida Retirement - 3% Employee Contribution Required 10 Paid Holidays annually Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month. Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month Health Insurance for Individual or Family Coverage – State pays 80% of premium Life Insurance – State pays premium for $25,000 basic term life insurance for full time employee Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, etc.
Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center -xyz X).
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. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, applicants eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply. However, applicants claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each application submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any others documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
All documentation is due by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. For information on the supporting documentation required, click here. Applicants may also fax their supporting documentation to People First at -xyz X. RESUME: If you wish to submit a resume with your application, please attach when applying for this vacancy. Be sure to include the Requisition ID number, 819009 for this specific vacancy on each page of your resume. 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 -xyz X). 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.
COUNSELOR Position Number: 48004847 Minimum Hiring Salary: $3,986.67 Monthly The salary may be negotiable dependent upon years of experience, education level and available salary rate.
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. 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 social work 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 to receive credit for an entire year.
Bachelor’s degree plus not less than 2 years of paid or unpaid
experience consisting of: direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center direct service for advocacy activities that provide such individual with experience and skills in working with individuals with disabilities 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 Attainment of a Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study such as: vocational rehabilitation counseling law social work 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 Years of Experience For each year of work experience required in the qualifications, an applicant shall have 12 months of full-time work experience to receive credit for an entire year.
Advanced degree plus not less than 1 years of paid or unpaid experience consisting of: direct work with individuals with disabilities in a setting such as an independent living center direct service for advocacy activities that provide such individual with experience and skills in working with individuals with disabilities 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 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 independent professional vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with a diversity of disabilities in order that they may attain employment; providing and coordinating complex services; and providing technical assistance on vocational rehabilitation issues to internal and external customers.
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 backsses medical, psychological, and vocational information to determine eligibility for services.
Provides technical assistance to internal and external customers. Develops and implements with full participation of the customer with a disability, an Individual Plan for Employment to determine employment outcomes. Provides professional vocational rehabilitation counseling to individuals with a diversity of disabilities who require complex vocational rehabilitation strategies in order that they may attain appropriate employment outcomes. Provides information to assist individuals with disabilities in making informed choices regarding services, service providers and emplyment outcomes. Authorizes, coordinates and/or negotiates services leading to successful employment outcomes.
Negotiates with individuals with disabilities regarding plan development. Devises job placement opportunities through job placement activities, including job analysis, job development, and labor market information to assist individuals with disabilities to obtain appropriate employment outcomes. Develops employer contacts and serves as liaison with employers. Utilizes the resources of community rehabilitation providers in securing appropriate job placement for eligible individuals with disabilities. Coordinates or collaborates with others in other placement activities.
Provides technical assistance to internal and external customers. Conducts in-depth interviews of individuals with disabilities requiring complex rehabilitation strategies to determine eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services and the feasibility for achieving a vocational goal. Manages resources to ensure financial accountability according to state and federal regulations and policies. Collaborates with community partners to assure appropriate use of available resources. Provides technical assistance and specialized training to internal customers.
Participates in training experiences designed to enhance professional competency in vocational rehabilitation. Performs other duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the theories and practices in vocational rehabilitation guidance and counseling Knowledge of interviewing techniques Knowledge of medical and psychological aspects of disability groups Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication Knowledge of employment resources and vocational rehabilitation resources Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data Ability to compile, organize and analyze medical, vocational and psychological data Ability to administer tests and analyze results Ability to provide counseling and guidance in the area of career planning Ability to develop individual vocational rehabilitation programs and place clients in appropriate vocation Ability to communicate effectively Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others 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.
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 requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or 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.
STATE OF FLORIDA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS State of Florida Retirement - 3% Employee Contribution Required 10 Paid Holidays annually Employees with up to 5 years of creditable service earn 8.667 hours per month, with 5 to 10 years earn 10.833 hours per month and those with over 10 years of service earn 13 hours per month. Career Service employees earn 8.667 hours of sick leave credits per month Health Insurance for Individual or Family Coverage – State pays 80% of premium Life Insurance – State pays premium for $25,000 basic term life insurance for full time employee Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, etc.
Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available Tax Deferred Savings Program available through payroll deduction The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center -xyz X).
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. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, applicants eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply. However, applicants claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each application submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any others documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
All documentation is due by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. For information on the supporting documentation required, click here. Applicants may also fax their supporting documentation to People First at -xyz X. RESUME: If you wish to submit a resume with your application, please attach when applying for this vacancy. Be sure to include the Requisition ID number, 819129 for this specific vacancy on each page of your resume. 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 -xyz X). 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.
