State of Illinois
HABILITATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR (UMP)
State of Illinois, Centralia, Illinois, United States, 62801
HABILITATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR (UMP)
– State of Illinois
Job Requisition ID: 51814
Opening Date: 12/29/2025 | Closing Date: 01/12/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services | County: Clinton | Number of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $5,637 – $8,026 per month ($67,644 – $96,312 per year) – Union position (RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME).
Position Overview The Division of Developmental Disabilities seeks a Habilitation Program Coordinator for the Murray Development Center in Centralia, Illinois. The Coordinator will serve as the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) and Team Leader of Inter‑disciplinary Teams, monitor program data, guide teams, and ensure compliance with habilitation objectives.
Essential Functions
Serves as QIDP/Team Leader of Inter‑disciplinary Teams.
Monitors, reviews, and evaluates individual program data to assess progress toward habilitation goals.
Observes individuals during daily activities and active treatment, providing daily communication.
Coordinates services both inside and outside the Center to implement habilitation plans.
Conducts in‑service training and workshops for employees to support ongoing professional development.
Conducts community placement activities.
Performs other duties within the scope of the role as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field (e.g., sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, psychology). Doctorates in medicine/osteopathy or registered nursing also qualify.
One year of direct experience working with persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Class included as an Upward Mobility Program credential.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of professional experience applying habilitation principles to developmental disabilities.
Two years of experience administering a habilitation program.
Two years of experience handling sensitive situations with staff, individuals, and families.
Two years of experience directing a team and reviewing service plans.
Two years of experience coordinating habilitation plans.
Conditions of Employment
Must complete department training for QIDP before probationary period ends.
Ability to physically restrain individuals if necessary.
Use of office equipment such as personal computers.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays, travel, and pass IDHS background and drug screen.
Work Hours Mon – Fri, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (30‑minute unpaid lunch)
Location 1535 W McCord St, Centralia, Illinois, 62801
Benefits
A Pension Program
Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (carries over)
10‑25 Days of Paid Vacation annually (10 days in year one)
Flexible Work Schedules (when available)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program
Optional pre‑tax programs (MCAP, DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
GI Bill training/apprenticeship benefits for veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
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. We aim to remove barriers and create opportunities through Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.
Apply Applications are accepted electronically via the Illinois.jobs2web.com website. For State employees, use the SuccessFactors employee portal.
For more information about benefits, visit https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html (link provided as plain text).
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– State of Illinois
Job Requisition ID: 51814
Opening Date: 12/29/2025 | Closing Date: 01/12/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services | County: Clinton | Number of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $5,637 – $8,026 per month ($67,644 – $96,312 per year) – Union position (RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME).
Position Overview The Division of Developmental Disabilities seeks a Habilitation Program Coordinator for the Murray Development Center in Centralia, Illinois. The Coordinator will serve as the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) and Team Leader of Inter‑disciplinary Teams, monitor program data, guide teams, and ensure compliance with habilitation objectives.
Essential Functions
Serves as QIDP/Team Leader of Inter‑disciplinary Teams.
Monitors, reviews, and evaluates individual program data to assess progress toward habilitation goals.
Observes individuals during daily activities and active treatment, providing daily communication.
Coordinates services both inside and outside the Center to implement habilitation plans.
Conducts in‑service training and workshops for employees to support ongoing professional development.
Conducts community placement activities.
Performs other duties within the scope of the role as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field (e.g., sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, psychology). Doctorates in medicine/osteopathy or registered nursing also qualify.
One year of direct experience working with persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Class included as an Upward Mobility Program credential.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of professional experience applying habilitation principles to developmental disabilities.
Two years of experience administering a habilitation program.
Two years of experience handling sensitive situations with staff, individuals, and families.
Two years of experience directing a team and reviewing service plans.
Two years of experience coordinating habilitation plans.
Conditions of Employment
Must complete department training for QIDP before probationary period ends.
Ability to physically restrain individuals if necessary.
Use of office equipment such as personal computers.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays, travel, and pass IDHS background and drug screen.
Work Hours Mon – Fri, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm (30‑minute unpaid lunch)
Location 1535 W McCord St, Centralia, Illinois, 62801
Benefits
A Pension Program
Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (carries over)
10‑25 Days of Paid Vacation annually (10 days in year one)
Flexible Work Schedules (when available)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program
Optional pre‑tax programs (MCAP, DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
GI Bill training/apprenticeship benefits for veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
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. We aim to remove barriers and create opportunities through Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.
Apply Applications are accepted electronically via the Illinois.jobs2web.com website. For State employees, use the SuccessFactors employee portal.
For more information about benefits, visit https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html (link provided as plain text).
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