Rehabilitation Technician
The Rehabilitation Technician provides skilled technical support to professional rehabilitation staff by assisting individuals with disabilities through case management, client service coordination, and data processing. This role involves managing client applications, arranging medical and vocational services, maintaining case files, and performing general office duties to support rehabilitation programs. The position requires effective communication, good judgment, and the ability to work closely with clients, vendors, and staff in an on-site environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, State Government — Rehabilitation Services.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician to provide skilled technical and administrative support to professional rehabilitation staff serving individuals with physical or mental disabilities, blindness, or visual impairment. Responsibilities may vary by level (I, II, III) and include:
- Provides skilled technical assistance to rehabilitation staff in the delivery of direct client services
- Assist clients with completion of applications for services and collection of required documentation
- Arrange and gather medical/diagnostic information and case-related correspondence with vendors and providers
- Arrange and authorize services included in approved rehabilitation plans
- Process and maintain case data: applications, eligibility records, Individualized Plans for Employment (IPEs), case notes, closures, and authorizations
- Maintain physical and electronic files; transfer records through the client management information system
- Perform general office operations and reception duties; run reports and support daily office workflow
- Coordinate referrals for vocational evaluations and other vendor services; support follow-ups and case reviews (Level II/III)
Level Overview
Confidential Client may fill this position at Level I, II, or III. Work expectations increase with level:
Level I (Entry)
- Training status under close supervision
- Performs entry-level administrative and client-support tasks; receives instruction in policy and procedure
Level II (Career)
- Full range of responsibilities coordinating and arranging client services
- Provides resource referrals, coordinates medical procedures, assembles electronic case files, and supports case closures
Level III (Specialist)
- Advanced, complex casework and technical caseload management
- Conducts follow-ups, annual reviews, maintains vendor/medical/educational contacts, and may act as a team lead or assistant to a program manager
Qualifications
Education & Experience (by level)
- Level I — Minimum: 1 year of office technical/clerical experience
- Level II — Minimum: 2 years of technical/clerical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Level III — Typical: 2 years technical clerical experience plus 1 year in vocational rehabilitation; OR bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, orientation & mobility, rehabilitation teaching, vocational evaluation, education, behavioral science, or closely related field plus relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency with basic computer functions, accurate spelling, punctuation, grammar, and basic arithmetic
- Strong organization, record-keeping, and attention to detail
- Ability to interact courteously and effectively with clients, vendors, and staff; exercise good judgment and clear written/verbal communication
- Knowledge of rehabilitation services and casework management (Level II/III)
Special Requirements
- Some positions may require demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL)
- Must be willing and able to perform job-related travel
- Some positions in this family are safety-sensitive per applicable policy
- Position requires successful criminal background check as a condition of hire
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without employer sponsorship
Benefits
Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families. Typical benefits include:
- Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
- Multiple health insurance plan options with no pre-existing condition exclusions
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
- 11 paid holidays
- 15 days vacation and 15 days sick leave in the first year
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Longevity bonus for years of service
Additional Details
- Employment type: May be offered at multiple appointment levels (I–III)
- Location: Minnesota (statewide/local office assignment within Minnesota)
- Hiring organization: Confidential Client (State Government — Rehabilitation Services)
- Note: Trial period (if applicable) and background checks apply
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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