Rehabilitation Services Technician

Overview

REHABILITATION SERVICES TECHNICIAN – Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES)

Posting details:
Salary $18.00/hour ($37,440 annually);
Grade 16. Closing Date:
Open until sufficient resumes are received.

Job Location:

Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS), Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA), 595 South Dragoon Street, Benson, Arizona 85602. This position is in a hybrid work environment and may be available for remote work within Arizona (minimum 2 days per week in the office/hoteling).

DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans and aims to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.

Note:

This job description retains the language and content provided.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: assist the counselor by performing various case management activities; work as a team with the counselor to assist the client throughout the process.
• Interview applicants and document client self-report of disability, socio-economic information, medical/psychological concerns, and general disability related information.
• Maintain client case files to ensure all information is up to date.
• Provide resource and referral information to the client to community organizations, private agencies, institutions, inter/intra agency groups, and other social services.

• Knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations regarding provision of Vocational Rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of guidelines and best practices of the Vocational Rehabilitation program.
• Knowledge of disabilities, general knowledge of disabling medical conditions, and available community resources.
• Knowledge of various computer software programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, internet applications, and email.
• Ability to provide support to manage caseloads; data entry and maintain up-to-date progress notes; written and verbal communication; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to prioritize, assign, and review work; ability to research and prepare letters for the Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor's signature.

• Experience working with persons with disabilities.
• An Associate of Arts/Sciences or Applied Sciences in a discipline related to human services; or 21 semester hours in a discipline related to human services and one year of experience in vocational rehabilitation or independent living program; or a high school diploma or GED and two years of experience; or three years of experience in an organized program providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Completion of a certificate program in disability awareness, social services, substance abuse, or other behavioral services field from an accredited college; substitutes for one year of experience.

• Candidates shall be subject to a search of both the Child Protective Services Central Registry and the Adult Protective Services Registry.
• Valid Level One Arizona fingerprint clearance card required prior to first day of employment to work with children and vulnerable adults.
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the process and reasonable accommodations availability.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete E-Verify.
• Travel may be required for State business and, if applicable, driver’s license checks and insurance compliance are required for driving on State business.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year; vacation and sick time accrual; parental leave pilot program (up to 12 weeks)
• Deferred compensation, wellness plans, tuition reimbursement, stipend opportunities, and other programs
• Rideshare and public transit subsidy; infant at work program; flexible schedules to support work/life balance

Note:

Remote work is a management option, not a guaranteed entitlement; available remote work is limited and may be terminated at the agency’s discretion. For additional benefits details, refer to the DES benefits page.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Myranda Carrasco at  or myrandacarrasco. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available; requests should be made as early as possible to arrange the accommodation.