Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee
Illinois Department of Human Services
About the Role
The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee position is a salaried, full-time role within the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS). This role involves coordinating customer case records and documents in a field office, with the primary goal of assisting individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals of employment, education, and independent living. The trainee will undergo formal and informal training for up to twelve (12) months to learn the Vocational Rehabilitation Program's rules, regulations, and policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months.
- Study and become proficient in utilizing the Division's case management system.
- Travel to attend and participate in staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and in-service training related to rehabilitation counseling.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Vocational Rehab- Credential / Rehab. Counselor Trainee
- Proficiency in case management system.
- Ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Qualifications
- Good communication skills.
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
Headquarter Location: 285 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901
Work County: Kankakee
Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am - 5 pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Required to report to the headquarters as necessary, dependent on operational need.
Salary: $5,328 - $7,480/month ($63,936 - $89,760/year)