Visually Impaired Assistant Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Requisition No: 880384 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM CONSULTANT II OPS - 48006301

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 48006301 

Salary:  $20.46 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 08/31/2026 

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Florida Department of Education

Division of Blind Services

Career, Technology & Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC)

Location: Daytona Beach (Volusia County)

Position Title: Human Services Program Consultant II (OPS)

Salary Range: $20.46 per hour

CANDIDATES ARE TYPICALLY HIRED AT THE MINIMUM SALARY

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

APPLICATION INFORMATION & HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

Application Information:

• Your Candidate Profile (application) must be complete in its entirety.
• Work History (in easy to review chronological order) Consists of:

• • Any position held by a State of Florida Agency
  • Any position held by a Florida University
  • All periods of employment from high school graduation
  • All periods of current or prior unemployment
  • Gaps 3 months or more must be accounted for*
  • Any Education
  • Any Volunteer Experience
  • Your resume and application must match
• *Gaps 3 months or more must be addressed - you will need to account for and explain any gaps in employment including unemployment. You can either list these in your application under Period of Employment or attach a word document listing your gaps.
• It is unacceptable to use the statement "See Resume" in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will be converted to your official application.
• Include supervisor names and phone numbers for reference checks or the contact information for your Human Resources office to verify current or former employment.
• Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.  

Hiring Information and Requirements:

• The Bureau of Personnel Management reviews every application for prior State of Florida and Florida University work history in the People First system.

• If claiming Veteran's Preference, the candidate MUST attach supporting documentation such as the DD214 and your VA Letter that reflects level of disability if applicable. Applicable to career service positions only.
• If claiming Right to First Interview, the candidate MUST attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. Applicable to career service positions only.

If you are missing any of the items above, your packet may be held up at the final review step.

NOTE: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

OFFICE CONTACT:

Megan Martin, HR Liaison: 386-254-3844

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is located at the Career, Technology, & Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC) in Daytona Beach. This position will provide direct instruction in computer technology and adaptations which allow blind and visually impaired individuals to succeed. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

(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.)

The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has an open position that is responsible for executing the following functions:

• Provide technological training to Division and contractual staff when needed.
• Train using adaptive software which includes introduction to computer keyboard and use of various other programs such as Windows, word processing, internet, and email.
• Train staff and students on other specialty programs as well as portable note takers.
• Perform other teaching duties as assigned.
• Conduct initial evaluation of clients referred for training to determine level of skills, knowledge, and readiness for technology training.
• Maintain records of goals, participation in class, and progress of each student.
• Prepare periodic student progress reports.
• Develop lesson plans that reflect the daily objectives needed to meet established goals.
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and supplies; keep inventory in good repair and make purchases as necessary.
• Attend workshops and conferences for professional growth; participate in public education as needed and serve as a resource person for staff, students, and the public.
• Recommend ancillary services such as audiology, low vision, and physical therapy, which would enhance students' program.
• Assist in training volunteers or interns assigned to the Center.
• Some travel is required.
• Performs other duties as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively; both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and follow policies, procedures and/or other instructions.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of theories and practices in vocational rehabilitation guidance and counseling.
• Familiarity with interviewing techniques.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical/psychological aspects of disability groups.
• Understanding and knowledge of employment resources.
• Knowledge and understanding of the techniques of teaching visually impaired.
• Ability to organize and analyze results. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of professional and relevant experience in a public vocational rehabilitation program or experience in information technology. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study reasonably related to vocational rehabilitation or information technology. 
• An ability to establiush and maintain education and experience requirements to ensure an understanding of the evolving labor force and needs of individuals with disabilities. 
• Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). 
• Knowledge and experience in providing direct instruction and training and the ability to develop lesson plans.  

EDUCATIONAL SUBSITITUIONS:

SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements.

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study reasonably related to vocational rehabilitation or information technology.

Related work experience may not substitute for any licensure, certification, or registration required by an agency and indicated in the advertised job description. 

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

The ideal incumbent must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The incumbent must interact courteously with others. The performance and behavior of all employees 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.

DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT: 

The Division of Blind Services ensure blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support and opportunities to achieve success. In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities. The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible. The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services. District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CTTC), and the Braille and Talking Books Library. The Division of Blind Servies has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians.

FLDOE: Division of Blind Services

 * We care about the success of our employees.

* We care about the success of our clients.

 * We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer's experiences and ourselves.

* A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate and professional employees.

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT:

It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct the required verifications. No applicant for a designated position will be employed, contracted 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, finger printing for all purposes and checks under this requirement, statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, federal criminal records check through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and local criminal records checks through local law enforcement.

SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM (SSS) AND REQUIREMENT:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. 

For more information, please visit the Selective Service website.

SPECIAL NOTE:

Please note that this position requires an on-site schedule. Telework is not available for this role.

If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.

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.