Rehabilitation Counselor - Deafblind - Rehabilitation Counselor Senior or Career

Position: Rehabilitation Counselor - Deafblind -  Rehabilitation Counselor Senior or Career
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* Working Title:

Rehabilitation Counselor - Deafblind*
* ** Job Class:
Rehabilitation Counselor Senior or Career*
* ** Agency:
Department of Employment and Economic Development*
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** Job ** : 94484

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes, may be eligible for some telework

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 06/09/2026.

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** Date Posted** : 06/03/2026

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** Closing Date** : 06/17/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE

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** Division/Unit** :
State Services for the Blind

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
Yes, up to 50% of the time

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** Rehabilitation Counselor Senior Salary Range:**  $30.23 - $44.48 / hourly; $63,120 - $92,874 / annually

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** Rehabilitation Counselor Career Salary Range:**  $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually

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** Job Class Option** :
Signing Skills

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

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** FLSA Status** :
Exempt - Professional

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Yes

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

State Services for the Blind's (SSB) mission is to facilitate the achievement of vocational and personal independence by Minnesotans who are blind, low vision, or Deaf Blind. We offer a dynamic team-oriented environment where everyone's contribution is key to achieving this mission.

State Services for the Blind (SSB) is seeking a Rehabilitation Counselor to provide individualized Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services to primarily Deaf Blind individuals, including youth and adults, ages fourteen (14) and older. This position carries a caseload composed of customers who identify as Deafblind or experience combined vision and hearing loss, with Blind and low-vision customers when indicated. The counselor partners closely with customers to identify vocational goals, coordinate assessments, develop and implement Individualized Plans for Employment (IPEs), and support successful competitive integrated employment outcomes.

This role requires advanced knowledge of Deaf Blindness, including communication modalities such as American Sign Language (ASL), tactile communication, and Pro Tactile, as well as familiarity with the unique vocational challenges and adaptations needed for individuals with dual sensory loss and/or Deaf blindness. The counselor will work collaboratively with employers, service providers, schools, VR team members, and community partners to support customer success.

This position is based out of the St. Paul office and requires weekly local travel depending on business needs. The counselor meets with participants in the community, local businesses, schools, and partner organizations. Monthly travel is also required for meetings or trainings at other locations

This position is telework  () eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, that the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This vacancy is posted at two (2) different levels. Only one (1) position will be filled, dependent on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* ** Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the…