Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee

Illinois Department of Human Services; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee in Illinois to learn the rules, regulations, and policies of the Vocational Rehabilitation Program while managing a caseload to help individuals with disabilities gain competitive employment.

The role includes up to twelve months of training, travel for meetings and training, and a headquarters-based schedule with a possible hybrid arrangement to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• Trainee position with formal and informal training not to exceed twelve (12) months to learn program rules, regulations, and policies.
• Proficiency in utilizing the Division's case management system.
• Ability to travel for staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and in-service training related to rehabilitation counseling.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months.
• Studies and becomes proficient in utilizing the Division's case management system.
• Travels to attend and participate in staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and in-service training related to the discipline of rehabilitation counseling.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13776938 Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee **Job Requisition ID:**58847**\ Closing Date:**10/13/2026**\ Agency:**Department of Human Services**\ Class Title:**REHABILITATION COUNSELOR TRAINEE

• 38159**\ Skill Option:**Vocational Rehab- Credential / Rehab. Counselor Trainee**\ Salary:** $5,328-$7,480/month ($63,936-$89,760/year)**\ Job Type:**Salaried**\ Category:**Full Time**\ Number of Vacancies:**1**\ Bargaining Unit Code:**RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME**\ Work Hours**: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch. **Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability**: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need\ **Headquarter Location**: 285 N Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901 Division of Rehabilitation Services Bureau of Customer and Community Field Services Region 2 **Work County**: Kankakee\ **Agency Contact**:
• 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 top-tier 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. 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/Vocational Rehabilitation Program. The Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee position will receive formal and informal training not to exceed twelve (12) months to learn the rules, regulations, and policies of the Vocational Rehabilitation Program to ultimately manage a caseload providing services to individuals with disabilities to gain competitive integrated employment. The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with good communication skills.

  Essential Functions

• Serves as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months.
• Studies and becomes proficient in utilizing the Divisions case management system.
• Travels to attend and participate in staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and in-service training related to the discipline of rehabilitation counseling.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. **Conditions of Employment**
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. \*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

  About the Agency

  The Illinois Department of uman 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 for 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. 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) 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)