Regional Liaison

Job Requisition ID: 55470

Opening Date: 05/05/2026

Closing Date: 05/18/2026

Agency: Department of Human Services

Class Title: REHABILITATION SERVICES ADVSR I (38176)

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Salary (Eff 7/1/26) $6,820-$9,875/month ($81,840-$118,500/year)

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

Merit Comp Code:

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.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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 Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is the state’s 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 serves as the Bureau of Home and Community Based Supports Region 4 Liaison and provides daily consultation and technical assistance to staff and service agencies and conducts training related to the services provided under the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Waiver. The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a self-motivated and organized individual with strong communication skills to serve as Regional Liaison.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Regional Liaison for Bureau of Home and Community Based Support Region 4 providing consultation and technical assistance.
• Provides technical assistance to Rehabilitation Counselors and supervisors in the field offices regarding home services program service delivery issues.
• Researches resources for and evaluates the provision of services in the Home Services Program.
• Coordinates the development and delivery of training.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requires which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, with courses in social welfare administration, rehabilitation counseling, social work, vocational guidance or a closely related field.
• Requires a minimum of two (2) years’ experience related to field of specialization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience working with a Medicaid waiver program in a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience working with federal and state requirements for a direct service for individuals with disabilities in a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience researching and analyzing trends in a direct service program and making recommendations for policy and/or procedural changes and training.
• Two (2) years of professional experience working collaboratively to analyze issues and adopt an effective course of action.
• Two (2) years of professional experience providing technical assistance and consultation to community providers and staff in the provision of services to eliminate and/or reduce barriers to individuals with disabilities to allow them to function independently.
• Two (2) years of professional experience interacting and communicating clearly and effectively both orally and in writing, with a wide range of individuals that include state agency officials, the public, employers, community service providers, and internal and external stakeholders.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel.
• All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch.

Headquarter Location: 600 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703

Division of Rehabilitation Services

Bureau of Home and Community Based Supports

Program

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: [email protected]

Posting Group: Social Services

About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

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)
• • Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard 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)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• [email protected]
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