Job Requisition ID: 57626nnOpening Date: 07/30/2026nClosing Date: 08/12/2026nAgency: Department of Human ServicesnClass Title: REHABILITATION COUNSELOR TRAINEE - 38159nSkill Option: Home Services - Credential / Rehab. Counselor Trainee - UMP CredentialnBilingual Option: SpanishnSalary: Anticipated Salary: $5,328-$7,480/month ($63,936-$89,760/year) + bilingual paynJob Type: SalariednCategory: Full TimenCounty: KanenNumber of Vacancies: 1nBargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCMEnMerit Comp Code:nnnnThis position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.nnWhile not required, a 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 the Additional Documents section of your application. 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.nnAll applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.nnApplications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.nnWhy Work for Illinois?nnWorking with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.nnNo matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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 top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.nnPosition OverviewnnThe Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is the state’s 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. This position coordinates customer case records and documents in a field office pertaining to the service delivery activities to customers in the Bureau of Customer and Community Field Services/Home Services Program. This position will receive formal and informal training not to exceed twelve (12) months to learn the rules, regulations, and policies of the Home Services Program to ultimately manage a caseload providing services to individuals with disabilities to remain independent in their home and community. This position interprets and translates information into Spanish for limited English-speaking individuals. The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with good communication skills.nnEssential FunctionsnnServes as Home Services Program Counselor Trainee in the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS), Bureau of Customer and Community Field Services/Home Services Program, receives on-the-job training not to exceed twelve (12) months to learn the rules, federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures for provision of services to individuals under the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Waiver, Brain Injury (BI) Waiver and/or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Waiver at risk of nursing home placement.nStudies and becomes proficient in utilizing the Division's case management system.nAttends and participates in staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and in-service training related to the discipline of rehabilitation counseling and the home services program.nPerforms other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.nnMinimum QualificationsnnRequires possession of a master’s degree from a college or university program accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE) Or a master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, sociology, gerontology and nursing, rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation administration, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, deaf education, special education, or a closely related field.nnRequires ability to speak, read and write Spanish at a colloquial skill level.nnThis class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.nnConditions of EmploymentnnRequires ability to travel to individual’s home to interview applicants to determine initial eligibility and to monitor and revaluate services for DRS Home Services Program.nRequires the ability to physically access and visually assess the home environment for suitability and planning of services.nnAll conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.nnWork Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch.nnHeadquarter Location: 888 S Edgelawn Dr, Aurora, Illinois, 60506nnDivision of Rehabilitation ServicesnnBureau of Customer and Community ServicesnnRegion 2nnWork County: KanennAgency Contact: Group: Social ServicesnnAbout the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being of everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.nnAs a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:nnA Pension ProgramnCompetitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurancen3 Paid Personal Business Days annuallyn12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)n10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)nnBenefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)nn13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered yearsnFlexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)n12 Weeks Paid Parental LeavenDeferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plannOptional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)nFederal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibilitynGI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veteransn5% Salary Differential for Bilingual PositionsnCommuter Savings Program (Chicago only)nnFor more information about our benefits please follow this link: title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.nnAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSnnUse the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.nnIf you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.nnState employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.nnNon-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.nnIf you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:nnState employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job AidnnNon-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.nnState employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.nnThe main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: @SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
