Division of Blind Services

This a Resource agency — not an employer — 

Chat hours on Thursday, March 13, 2014

 JOB FAIR IS NOW OVER!  

 Learn more about the company below and find their website links!

Website: http://peoplefirst.myflorida.com.

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NOTE:  The representative in the chat room primarily assists those in the State of  Florida for the Division of Blind Services –  however, they can provide resources to help those in other states find their state or local office or other employment resources for the vision impaired. 

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Goal

The goal of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is to assist an individual in achieving or maintaining an employment outcome that is consistent with his/her unique strengths, resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities, interests and informed choice.

Eligibility

Individuals must have a visual impairment in both eyes and require vocational rehabilitation services to obtain, maintain, or retain an employment outcome.

Services

Types of services may include:

  • Vocational Training
  • Job Placement
  • Trial Work Experience
  • On-the-Job Training
  • Career Counseling and Guidance
  • Job Modification including Adaptive Technology

State of Florida Employment Opportunities

For employment opportunities with the state, please visit http://peoplefirst.myflorida.com.

CLICK HERE: TO RETURN TO MAIN JOB FAIR PAGE & CHAT ROOMS

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**Employment Options Clients only:  Before applying for any positions from the job fair, please,  first, contact your assigned job counselor directly.  They will assist you in following the specific protocol for applying for positions with these employer partners through the Ticket to Work program.