Rehabilitation Technician - Blind - Ops - 48006190

State of Florida•Lakeland, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a Rehabilitation Technician in the Division of Blind Services District 7 Satellite Office, located in Lakeland, 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). The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has an open position that is responsible for executing the following functions: 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
An ability to establish and maintain education and experience requirements to ensure an understanding of the evolving labor force and the needs of individuals with disabilities.
Knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Responsibilities

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.
Performs other duties as requested.