Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Introduction

Attention case managers! Do you want to make a difference while working in a flexible, fun, and supportive environment? Apply today to join a team of dedicated staff who support Wisconsin residents with disabilities to obtain, maintain, and improve employment outcomes.

The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) offers interesting and meaningful work with an employee‑friendly and inclusive work environment, work‑life balance, a casual office environment, flexibility, and many opportunities to grow your skills.

Apply now to find out why there's so much to love about working for Wisconsin.

The Department of Workforce Development, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist in WDA 10 (South Central) to be headquartered in any of three locations:
Jefferson, Madison Job Center (Aberg), Madison West (Ganser). Travel to these locations for case coverage is not required.

DVR maintains 11 Workforce Development Areas (WDAs) across the state where teams of DVR staff work together to assist Wisconsin residents with disabilities with their job search efforts.

This position is eligible to work a hybrid remote schedule after an initial training period. The amount of remote work will be discussed during the interview stage.

The position requires some travel to DVR offices and other locations within the assigned WDA to attend trainings and meetings. See WDA map.

This recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies (permanent, project or Limited Term) throughout the state of Wisconsin.

This position functions in a team environment within the office and is responsible for the coordination of services, collaboration with and education of DVR with stakeholders; program and/or project coordination, and other specialization of tasks, including working with high school youth for the provision of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, related to program and development, and implementation. This position provides oversight and monitoring of programs funded and administered by DVR to ensure compliance, efficiency and effective services to people with disabilities as required by federal and state law and contract requirements.

Starting pay is between $26.71 to 29.46 per hour, depending on qualifications, plus an exemplary benefits package:

• Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
• Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $42/month for single and $104/month for family coverage).
• Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
• A top‑notch retirement program and optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.

Public service is rewarding! This position may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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The classification title for this position is Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist (schedule 12, range 64). A 12‑month probationary period will be required. This position is not represented in a collective bargaining unit and is considered exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan in effect at the time of appointment. Starting pay may vary for current state employees.

Travel: Travel within the WDA and occasionally throughout the state is a requirement of this position.

Remote work: This position is eligible to work a hybrid remote schedule after an initial training period. Employees with approved remote and hybrid‑remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin. High‑speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work. Remote work options are subject to change.

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