Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee
$59,424 - $83,424/Yr
Department Of Human Services - Elgin, IL
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Elgin, IL
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
About the position
The Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee position at the Department of Human Services in Elgin, Illinois, is designed for individuals committed to assisting people with disabilities in achieving their employment, education, and independent living goals. This role involves receiving training in the principles and practices of rehabilitation counseling, with a focus on serving individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, and DeafBlind. The trainee will learn to manage a caseload and coordinate customer case records while adhering to the policies of the Vocational Rehabilitation Program.
Responsibilities
- Receive formal and informal training in rehabilitation counseling principles and techniques for individuals with disabilities.
- Become proficient in utilizing the Division's case management system.
- Travel to attend staff meetings, conferences, workshops, and in-service training related to rehabilitation counseling.
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.
Requirements
- Possession of a Master's Degree from a CORE-accredited program or a related field such as rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, or special education.
- Ability to pass the assessment for sign language at the advanced level.
Benefits
- Flexible work hours
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Bilingual pay
