Become a Member

FRC is currently encouraging applications for the following council seats:

• Business, Industry and Labor Representative (up to four council seats)
  Representatives will be able to contribute perspective and insight on the opportunities, challenges and barriers experienced by people with disabilities and by employers and businesses in Florida.
• Community Rehabilitation Program Service Provider (at least one)
  This representative will be able to contribute perspective and insight on the opportunities, challenges and barriers experienced by service providers and the individuals they serve.
• Disability Groups and Individuals Representatives (multiple seats)
  A. Individuals with physical, cognitive, sensory and mental disabilities; and
  B. Representatives of individuals with disabilities who have difficulty representing themselves or are unable due to their disabilities to represent themselves. This representative will be able to contribute perspective and insight on the opportunities, challenges and barriers experienced by individuals with disabilities.
• Parent Training Information Center
  The FRC is encouraging applications for a seat (at least one) representative of a parent training and information center established pursuant to section 682(a) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This reprehensive will be able to contribute perspective and insight on the opportunities, challenges and barriers experienced by Parent Information Training providers and the individuals they serve.
• Statewide Workforce Investment Board Representative (at least one)
  This representative will be able to contribute perspective and insight on the opportunities, challenges and barriers experienced by Career Source and the individuals they serve in the workforce.
• Current or former applicants of VR services including pre-employment transition services (Pre-ETS)
  The FRC is encouraging applications for a (at least one) seat representative of individuals who are current or former applicants or recipients of VR services.
• Apply Here
  After completing the application on the Governor's Appointments Office website, email the FRC Staff to let us know you have applied.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are Council Members?

Members are appointed by the governor. FRC members work in strategic partnership with VR to increase the employment of people with disabilities in competitive, integrated jobs of their choice, and in keeping with their skills and abilities. The FRC may have up to 25 members. The Rehabilitation Act establishes who serves on the FRC. Our members include:

• Current or former applicants or recipients of VR services including Pre-ETS
• Representatives of disability groups or individuals
• Representative of a parent training and information center
• Representative of VR Counselors (non-voting)
• Representatives of business, industry and labor
• Representative of a Community Rehabilitation Program
• Representative of a Recognized Native American Tribe in Florida
• Representative of the FDOE IDEA Program
• Representative of the Client Assistance Program
• Representative of the State Workforce Investment Board, and
• Representative of the State Independent Living Council

How Often Does the Council Meet?

The FRC conducts four meetings per year in different areas of the state, and one conference call between quarterly meetings. Members must be able to participate in these meetings, calls and activities.

Does the Council pay for the Cost of Council-related Travel and Participation for its Members?

Yes, council members’ expenses incurred due to travel and lodging for FRC related activities are reimbursable and follow the laws, policies, and procedures established by the state of Florida.

How Long do Members Serve?

Members may serve up to two 3-year terms.

Are Council Members Paid for Their Time?

No

Questions?

Contact Roy Cosgrove or Kim Thomas at 850-245-3397 or FRCCustomers@vr.fldoe.org.