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Job Requisition ID: 55818Opening Date: 08/21/2026Closing Date: 09/03/2026Agency: Department of Human ServicesClass Title: REHAB/MOBILITY INSTRUCTOR (38163)Skill Option: Orientation and Mobility InstructorBilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Salary (Eff 7/1/26) $6,460-$9,337/month ($77,520-$112,044/year)Job Type: SalariedCategory: Full TimeCounty: St. ClairWork Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch.Headquarter Location: 601 S High St, Belleville, Illinois, 62220Division of Rehabilitation ServicesCustomer and Community Blind ServicesRegion 5To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website.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 youre helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, youre part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.No matter what state career youre 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 OverviewThe Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is the states lead division serving people with disabilities committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and racial justice. The mission of the Division is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals of employment, education, and independent living. This position instructs individuals who are Blind, Visually Impaired or DeafBlind in orientation and mobility skills in the Bureau of Customer and Community Blind Services. This position teaches principles of long cane technique and related elements and assists customers in the development of sensory skills to travel safely in familiar and unfamiliar surroundings and function independently in travel. Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity, equity, accessibility, and racial justice by contributing to an including working and learning environment. The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with good communication skills.Essential Functions Serves as Orientation and Mobility Instructor providing orientation and mobility instruction in an assigned geographical area in the Bureau of Customer and Community Blind Services. Manages caseload of customers who are Blind, Visually Impaired, or DeafBlind. Establishes and nurtures effective working relationships with customers. Participates in staff meetings and assists with training for trainee staff. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum Qualifications Requires a masters degree in Orientation and Mobility from an accredited college or university. Requires certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS). Requires one-year (1) professional experience in orientation and mobility such as could be gained from completion of an agency-sponsored training program.Preferred Qualifications Two (2) years of professional experience assessing individuals needs and preparing a plan of services providing instruction in orientation and mobility skills to individuals who are visually impaired, blind, or DeafBlind to live independently and/or gain competitive employment. Two (2) years of professional experience working with federal statutes related to rehabilitation programs such as the Rehabilitation Act and amendments, the Social Security Act, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Workforce Innovative Opportunities Act (WIOA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act, etc. Two (2) years of professional experience utilizing, reading an