Rehabilitation Instructor
Job Type: Full-time Company/Location: Illinois Department of Human Services, Chicago Heights, IL
Rehabilitation Instructor Job Description
Rehabilitation Instructor – # 50977
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website:
*** MUST APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE ***
Agency: Department of Human Services
Location: Park Forest, IL, US, 60466-1200
Job Requisition ID: 50977
Opening Date: 11/25/2025
Closing Date: 12/10/2025
Salary: Anticipated Salary $6,242-$9,021/month ($74,904-$108,252/year)
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063
***MUST APPLY ONLINE ***
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 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. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 50977
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 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.
No 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.
Position Overview
The 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. The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with good communication skills. This 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 master’s degree with major coursework in rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation teaching, guidance and counseling, orientation and mobility, low vision and blindness, special education or a closely-related field.
• Requires one (1) year professional experience in rehabilitation instruction and counseling such as could be gained from completion of an agency-sponsored training program.
Preferred Qualifications
• Certification as a Vision Rehabilitation Therapist (CVRT).
• Two (2) years of professional experience assessing individual needs and developing and implementing a plan of services outlining individualized short- and long-range goals of personal and home management and independent living for individuals who are visually impaired, blind or DeafBlind.
• Two (2) years 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.
• Two (2) years of professional experience researching and remaining up to date on trends including accessibility, teaching techniques and assistive technology.
• Two (2) years of professional experience establishing trusting relationships and communicating clearly and effectively with customers, family members, coworkers, providers, and employers.
• Two (2) years 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.
• Two (2) years of professional experience utilizing, reading and writing braille.
Conditions of Employment
• Requires ability to travel to provide services in the customer’s home, residential setting or group setting as well as in the built environment.
• Requires ability to physically access the customer’s 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: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location: 1010 Dixie Hwy, Chicago Heights, Illinois, 60411
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Customer and Community Blind Services
Region 1
Job Family: Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all 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)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually – (10 days in year one of employment)
*Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program – A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Must apply online.
The 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).
Rehabilitation Instructor Job Qualifications/Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
• Requires a master’s degree with major coursework in rehabilitation, rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation teaching, guidance and counseling, orientation and mobility, low vision and blindness, special education or a closely-related field.
• Requires one (1) year professional experience in rehabilitation instruction and counseling such as could be gained from completion of an agency-sponsored training program.
Rehabilitation Instructor Salary Range
How to Apply
Apply Online
Use the Apply Online link above.
(Added: November 25 2025 at 11:30 am)
