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State of California Department of Rehabilitation

Overview

The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.

DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation and independent living programs in the country. Vocational rehabilitation services are designed to help job seekers with disabilities obtain competitive employment in integrated work settings. Independent living services may include peer support, skill development, systems advocacy, referrals, assistive technology services, transition services, housing assistance, and personal assistance services.

We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities. We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation. We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups. We pursue excellence through continuous improvement. We preserve the public’s trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.

Director's Message

Joe Xavier wearing a navy suit jacket over white dress shirt with red and navy striped tie

The Department of Rehabilitation has played a huge role in my life, and I welcome the chance to give back. As a former consumer, I have a profound understanding of the barriers consumers face on their path to meaningful employment. We strive to equip each individual with a disability who enters our door with the tools to attain employment, achieve independence, and realize equality.

Near and dear to my heart is the partnership we have with our stakeholders and communities that deliver services and supports to our consumers. I am pleased to honor what we have built to date, and look forward to improving our future.

For five decades, our services to Californians with disabilities have resulted in countless lives improved, dreams realized, and accomplishments achieved. Regardless of the successes we have already attained, we must continue to find ways to advance our programs so the next 50 years find us celebrating our vision as a reality.

Aug 30, 2026
Full time
SENIOR VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION COUNSELOR, QUALIFIED REHABILITATION PROFESSIONAL Northern California
$5,369 monthly
State of California Department of Rehabilitation San Joaquin, CA
San Juaquin  This is a continuance of a previously posted advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply. Under the direction of the Team Manager, Staff Services Manager I, a Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and qualified Rehabilitation Professional (SVRC, QRP) facilitates the effective delivery of services to consumers in a Vocational Rehabilitation Service Delivery (VRSD) Team.  The core duties of the SVRC, QRP include the following non-delegable functions:  1) determining vocational rehabilitation (VR) eligibility; 2) determining priority for services; 3) development of the Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE); 4) determining amendments to the IPE; and 5) determining successful employment outcome achieved, and completing case closure for services of Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) consumers.   The SVRC, QRP is accountable for the quality, quantity, and effectiveness of consumer...
Aug 30, 2026
Intern
GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT -LA COUNTY
$3,724 - $5,810 monthly
State of California Department of Rehabilitation Los Angeles, CA
This is a continuance of the previous advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply. This position is located in the City Sacramento  Under the close supervision of the Staff Services Manager I, Team Manager, the Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) initially assists one or more Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors to determine vocational rehabilitation potential and eligibility for services of individuals with disabilities.  Works a minimum of 32 hours per week as a GSA in a trainee capacity to assist in the delivery of a wide range of vocational rehabilitation services.  The GSA receives training and gains practical experience from observing and assisting the counseling staff in the district. The GSA assists the VR Service Delivery Team with the counseling; planning, arranging, and coordination of vocational rehabilitation services for persons with physical and mental disabilities which are substantial...
Aug 30, 2026
Temp to Perm
SUPPORT SERVICES ASSISTANT (INTERPRETER) - LA-Orange and Riverside County
$4,266 monthly
State of California Department of Rehabilitation Los Angeles, CA
This position is located in the city of Westchester. but positions are statewide  Duties involve a wide range of interpreting for Deaf and Hard of Hearing staff in the Department of Rehabilitation. Activities include, but are not limited to: Interpreting professional meetings, telephone calls, one-on-one meetings with departmental staff or the general public, case staffing, training sessions, departmental operations, inter-departmental meetings, conferences and public events as needed by the department.   May retrieve voice mail messages, return calls and assist with other communication needs of the employee. May interpret for staff members who have contact with Deaf/Hard of Hearing consumers.   When it is required, interpret as a team with other SSA-Interpreters or contract interpreters. *Multiple vacancies may exist. You will find additional information about the job in the  Duty Statement . Working Conditions Permanent...