Rehabilitation Instructor
Rehabilitation Instructor
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47092
Opening Date: 05/20/2025
Closing Date: 06/03/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:REHAB/MOBILITY INSTRUCTOR 38163
Skill Option:Rehabilitation Instructor
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $6242$9021/month ($74904$108252/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Jackson
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
While not requireda Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable titles that require specific coursework professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. Failure to upload requested transcripts license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is the states lead division serving people with disabilities committed to diversity equity inclusion accessibility and racial justice. The mission of the Division is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals of employment education and independent living. The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a selfmotivated and detailoriented individual with good communication position provides professional instruction and counseling in independent living skills to individuals who are Blind Visually Impaired or DeafBlind in the Bureau of Customer and Community Blind Services working with customers in their home environment and/or group or classroom setting.
Essential Functions
Serves as Rehabilitation Instructor.
Manages caseload of customers who are Blind Visually Impaired or DeafBlind.
Establishes and nurtures effective working relationships with customers.
Participates in staff meetings and assists with training for trainee level staff.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a masters degree with major coursework in rehabilitation rehabilitation counseling rehabilitation teaching guidance and counseling orientation and mobility low vision and blindness special education or a closelyrelated field.
Requires one (1) year professional experience in rehabilitation instruction and counseling such as could be gained from completion of an agencysponsored training program. Prefers certification as a Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT).
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) year of professional experience assessing individual needs and developing and implementing a plan of services outlining individualized short and longrange goals of personal and home management and independent living for individuals who are visually impaired blind or DeafBlind.
One (1) year of professional experience working with federal statutes related to rehabilitation programs such as the Rehabilitation Act and amendments the Social Security Act Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Workforce Innovative Opportunities Act (WIOA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act etc.
One (1) year of professional experience researching and remaining up to date on trends including accessibility teaching techniques and assistive technology.
One (1) year of professional experience establishing trusting relationships and communicating clearly and effectively with customers family members coworkers providers and employers.
One (1) year of professional experience researching and adopting an effective course of action as it relates to services barriers and concerns for individuals who are visually impaired blind or DeafBlind to reach their potential.
One (1) year of professional experience utilizing reading and writing braille.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to travel to provide services in the customers home residential setting or group setting as well as in the built environment.
Requires ability to physically access the customers home environment and/or work environment and use public transportation.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:MonFri 8:30am5pm 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location:342 North St Murphysboro Illinois 62966
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Customer and Community Blind Services
Region 5
Posting Group:Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services supports programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity Equity Community Urgency Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health Life Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12hour & parttime work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program A supplemental retirement plan
Optional PreTax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: INSTRUCTIONS
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Employment Type
Full-Time
