Governor of Illinois
HABILITATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR (UMP)
Governor of Illinois, Kankakee, Illinois, United States, 60901
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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 Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Habilitation Program Coordinator for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to perform highly responsible duties related to the coordination and implementation of Individual Service Plans for a designated number of individuals with intellectual disabilities at Shapiro Center. Ensures timely and effective individual program implementation. Monitors, reviews and evaluates pertinent program data, specific programs, service objectives, assessments and evaluations and other information relative to each individual in order to assess progress toward goals and objectives. Coordinates the interdisciplinary team to formulate, review and modify individual service plans. Integrates aspects of the service plan to ensure that the needs of each individual are met. Ensures compliance with Shapiro Center, Department of Human Services and Public Health requirements for each individual.
Essential Functions
Performs highly responsible duties related to the coordination and implementation of Individual Service Plans for a designated number of individuals with intellectual disabilities at Shapiro Center.
Coordinates and participates in individual program and service monitoring activities.
Periodically reviews data and other documentation for accuracy.
Integrates facility and community-based services identified to meet each individual’s needs with the implementation of active treatment requirements.
Participates in regularly scheduled Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) meetings.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a human services professional field (e.g. sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, psychology).
A doctor of medicine or osteopathy or a registered nurse will also meet required education and training requirements.
Additionally requires one year (1) of experience working directly with persons with intellectual or other developmental disabilities in addition to the education and training stated above.
*This Class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of professional experience in applying the principles and practices for the habilitation and training of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Two (2) years of professional experience administering a habilitation and training program for a public or private organization.
Two (2) years of experience dealing with sensitive situations in relation to staff, individuals and the legal guardian of families of individuals.
Two (2) years of professional experience directing a team in development and reviewing individual habilitation plans for a public or private organization.
Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating services to implement active habilitation plans.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to successfully complete a department training program designed specifically for the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional before the completion of her/his probationary period.
Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to travel.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*All conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Sat/Sun days off, work 1 early, 1 late, and 1 weekend day per month
One early shift, choice of 6:00 AM- 2:30 PM or 6:30 AM- 3:00 PM; one Late Shift, choice of 12:00 PM- 8:30 PM, 12:30 PM-9:00 PM, 1:00 PM- 9:30 PM, 1:30-10:00 PM and choice of one weekend day per month
Headquarter Location:
100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Shapiro Center
Residential Services - Unit 1
Work County:
Kankakee
Agency Contact:
DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
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)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time 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: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP).
General Program information can be found by clicking on Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles.
To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission.
UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
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 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:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
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 Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Habilitation Program Coordinator for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to perform highly responsible duties related to the coordination and implementation of Individual Service Plans for a designated number of individuals with intellectual disabilities at Shapiro Center. Ensures timely and effective individual program implementation. Monitors, reviews and evaluates pertinent program data, specific programs, service objectives, assessments and evaluations and other information relative to each individual in order to assess progress toward goals and objectives. Coordinates the interdisciplinary team to formulate, review and modify individual service plans. Integrates aspects of the service plan to ensure that the needs of each individual are met. Ensures compliance with Shapiro Center, Department of Human Services and Public Health requirements for each individual.
Essential Functions
Performs highly responsible duties related to the coordination and implementation of Individual Service Plans for a designated number of individuals with intellectual disabilities at Shapiro Center.
Coordinates and participates in individual program and service monitoring activities.
Periodically reviews data and other documentation for accuracy.
Integrates facility and community-based services identified to meet each individual’s needs with the implementation of active treatment requirements.
Participates in regularly scheduled Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) meetings.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a human services professional field (e.g. sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, psychology).
A doctor of medicine or osteopathy or a registered nurse will also meet required education and training requirements.
Additionally requires one year (1) of experience working directly with persons with intellectual or other developmental disabilities in addition to the education and training stated above.
*This Class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of professional experience in applying the principles and practices for the habilitation and training of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Two (2) years of professional experience administering a habilitation and training program for a public or private organization.
Two (2) years of experience dealing with sensitive situations in relation to staff, individuals and the legal guardian of families of individuals.
Two (2) years of professional experience directing a team in development and reviewing individual habilitation plans for a public or private organization.
Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating services to implement active habilitation plans.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to successfully complete a department training program designed specifically for the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional before the completion of her/his probationary period.
Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to travel.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*All conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Sat/Sun days off, work 1 early, 1 late, and 1 weekend day per month
One early shift, choice of 6:00 AM- 2:30 PM or 6:30 AM- 3:00 PM; one Late Shift, choice of 12:00 PM- 8:30 PM, 12:30 PM-9:00 PM, 1:00 PM- 9:30 PM, 1:30-10:00 PM and choice of one weekend day per month
Headquarter Location:
100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Shapiro Center
Residential Services - Unit 1
Work County:
Kankakee
Agency Contact:
DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
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)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time 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: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP).
General Program information can be found by clicking on Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles.
To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission.
UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
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 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:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr