Rehabilitation/Mobility Instructor Trainee

Agency: Department of Human Service

Location: Jacksonville, IL, US, 62650

Opening Date: 12/05/2024

Closing Date: 12/20/2024

Salary:  Anticipated Salary $4,952-$6,952/month ($59,424-$83,424/year)

County: Morgan

Number of Vacancies: 1

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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: 43101

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 Illinois School for the Visually Impaired is seeking to hire a Rehab/Mobility Instructor Trainee who participates in an agency-sponsored training program of six to twelve months duration. This position will complete work assignments designed to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills consonant with the instruction of persons who are blind and visually impaired; observes work activities of a designated Rehabilitation/Mobility Instructor; conducts ongoing evaluations of assigned students; attends school faculty and staff meetings and workshops and gains familiarity with current agency programs, policies, procedures, and practices.

Essential Functions

• Participates in an agency-sponsored training program of six (6) to twelve (12) months duration.
• Completes work assignments designed to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills consonant with the instruction of persons who are blind and visually impaired.
• Observes work activities of a designated Rehabilitation/Mobility Instructor.
• Conducts ongoing evaluations of assigned students.
• Attends school faculty and staff meetings and workshops.
• Gains familiarity with current agency programs, policies, procedures, and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a master’s degree in Orientation and Mobility from an accredited college or university. All qualifying candidates must have attained certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) within the time parameters of the Rehabilitation/Mobility Instructor Trainee Program.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of professional experience establishing a trusting relationship with customers, family members and public and private agencies.
• One (1) year of professional experience developing sequential instructional plans. 
• One (1) year of professional experience working with current education trends, techniques and best practices.
• One (1) year of professional experience instructing persons who are blind, visually impaired or Deafblind in skills of independence. 
• One (1) year of professional experience utilizing and braille reading and writing.
• One (1) year of professional experience working with the emotional, environmental, and psychological problems confronting individuals who are Blind, Visually Impaired, or Deafblind.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm; 30 minute unpaid lunch
Work Location: 658 E State St, Jacksonville, IL 62650  

Division of Rehabilitation Services

Illinois School for the Visually Impaired

Vocational/Orientation & Mobility
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: 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)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental 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)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx