Rehabilitation Services Technician

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. Come join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.

DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Rehabilitation Services Technician with the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA). This position is responsible for providing potential applicants who have disabilities with a basic overview of Vocational Rehabilitation services, arranging office orientation sessions, and may complete initial interviews. This position works closely with clients to inform them of appointments, assist them in contacting and working with vendors and showing clients how to utilize community services. This position will serve in a hybrid work environment.

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (minimum 2 days per week in the office / hoteling).

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties :

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, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

Selective Preference(s) :

The ideal candidate for this position will have :

Pre-Employment Requirements :

Benefits :

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include :

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement :

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

Contact Us :

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting (602) 679-5360 or emailing maritzaduffy@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.