Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee - Home Services (UMP)

Illinoiscomptroller; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Human Services in Elgin, IL, seeks a Home Services Program Counselor Trainee (UMP). This salaried role trains to manage a caseload delivering services to individuals with disabilities within the Division of Rehabilitation Services.

The position requires a Master’s Degree (CORE) or related field, willingness to travel to clients’ homes, and eligibility for a union position. Typical hours are Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, with possible hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from a CORE-accredited program or a related field (rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation administration, psychology, social work, etc).
• Ability to travel to applicants' homes to assess eligibility and services.
• Union position with applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Home Services Program Counselor Trainee in the Division of Rehabilitation Services.
• Learns and uses the Division's case management system; attends meetings and trainings.
• Performs other duties as required within the Home Services Program.

Education

Master’s Degree (CORE) or related field

Job description

Illinois Department of Human Services in Elgin, IL, seeks a Home Services Program Counselor Trainee (UMP). This salaried role trains to manage a caseload delivering services to individuals with disabilities within the Division of Rehabilitation Services.

The position requires a Master’s Degree (CORE) or related field, willingness to travel to clients’ homes, and eligibility for a union position. Typical hours are Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, with possible hybrid arrangements.