Human Services Program Specialist (Finance)

Faculty and staff from LAUNCH and the Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling programs within the Department of Child and Family Studies, were recently awarded a $9.9 million federal grant through the US Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services Administration. The purpose of the project, titled Delivering Innovative Vocational Education through Virtual Reality Technology (DIVE-VRT), is to develop, implement, refine, evaluate, and disseminate, for easy adoption, a model program for transition youth and adults with lifelong and acquired disabilities to facilitate competitive, integrated employment (CIE) in skilled trades. Our project falls under the topic area of Innovative Applications of Advanced Technology to Support Youth/Adults with Disabilities Leading to CIE. Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies are integral to the project model, adoptability/scalability, and sustainability. A secondary aim of the project is to create an accessible, user-friendly website that contains project information, results, training, and resources to support DIVE-VRT participants and stakeholders, and to host a DIVE-VRT model replication process that utilizes both human and AI technology for site monitoring/ moderation, data collection, training, technical assistance, and support. Project activities will take place in the Tampa Bay area.

Child & Family Studies (CFS) is one of seven departments and schools within the College of Behavioral & Community Sciences (CBCS) at the University of South Florida (USF). Organized into three research divisions and four academic programs that work synergistically, CFS currently has approximately 275 faculty and staff members. During FY24, CFS is managing a portfolio of over 65 federal and non-federal contracts and grants totaling $76 million. Our research divisions include the Florida Center for Inclusive Communities (FCIC), Child and Family Behavioral Health (CFBH), and the Rightpath Research and Innovation Center. CFS's four academic programs are Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health (CABH), Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (CRMHC), and Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). Six graduate certificates and one undergraduate certificate are also offered.

CFS efforts are consistent with the CBCS mission of combining knowledge gained through the behavioral sciences with knowledge gained from the community. CFS faculty, staff, and students, who are well immersed in the local community as well as state and national efforts, are deeply connected to the college's focus of Creating Healthy Communities. All activities within CFS are also aligned with USF strategic goals: having well-educated and highly skilled global citizens through a continuing commitment to student success; participating in high-impact research and innovation to change lives, improve health, and foster sustainable development and positive societal change; creating new partnerships to build a strong and sustainable future for Florida in the global economy; and establishing a strong and sustainable economic base in support of USF's continued academic advancement.This position requires a high school diploma and four years of related experience. Appropriate college coursework may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Direct experience delivering services to individuals disabilities; experience instructing adult learners and monitoring student progress to promote program success. Postsecondary education in relevant field is preferred.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Contact the USF ADA Lead (hr-ADA-Request@usf.edu) to coordinate your accommodation request.

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About USF
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

• 1. Provide instruction and support to individuals with lifelong or acquired disabilities in the DIVE-VRT program. Track student's progress within the program and utilize appropriate interventions that promote successful outcomes. Collaborate with staff to refine curriculum as needed.
• 2. Provide high-quality employment related services to students. Deliver on-site or virtual coaching supports to students in the their applied experiences or jobs.
• 3. Perform job development activities to promote successful placement of students in internships, apprenticeships, volunteering and paid work. Deliver training to employers to prepare them to hire and retain employees with disabilities.
• 4. Support achievement of grant related goals. Maintain regular and timely communication with team members. Attend project/staff meetings.
• 5. Conduct outreach activities to promote active partnerships with relevant agencies, organizations, and businesses, and to aid in participant recruitment.
• 6. Performs other duties as assigned.