Agency: Department of Human ServicesJob Role: MENTAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATOR I - 26811Skills Code/Option: None (00)Bilingual Code: None (00)Opening Date: 10/09/2024Closing Date/Time: 10/23/2024Salary: Anticipated Salary $5,703-$8,170/month ($68,436-$98,040/year)Job Type: SalariedCategory: Full TimeCounty: KankakeeNumber of Vacancies: 1Plan/BU: RC062This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be consideredPosting Identification Number 41565Position OverviewThe Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Mental Health Administrator I for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to direct and guide the activities and services of direct care and ancillary program staff in the implementation of care and treatment programs for intellectually disabled individuals served by Shapiro Center. Assigns, directs, supervises staff in the implementation of treatment and habilitation plans including completion of tasks such as quality assurance checks, data collection, analysis, implementation of department of public health regulations and other applicable rules and regulations. Provides direction and guidance with regards to behavioral problems. Implements, directs, and monitors disciplinary action for the residential department. Develops and implements policy that impacts services at Shapiro Center. Ensures individuals health and medical needs are met. Reviews residential area locations to ensure physical plant is clean and homelike. Verifies compliance with Shapiro Center, Department of Human Services (DHS), Public Health and other regulatory agency policies, standards and regulations.Essential FunctionsDirects and guides the activities and services of direct care and ancillary program staff in the implementation of care and treatment programs for intellectually disabled individuals served by Shapiro Center.Serves as working supervisor.Monitors implementation of programming, evaluating each plan’s effectiveness.Assigns, directs, supervises staff in the implementation of treatment and habilitation plans including completion of tasks such as quality assurance checks, data collection, analysis, implementation of department of public health regulations and other applicable rules and regulations.Reviews physical plant to ensure equipment in in good repair and proper working order, areas are clean and homelike, painting/repair work has been completed.Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to 1) a master’s degree in administration, education or the behavioral sciences and successful completion of a comprehensive training program at the Mental Health Administrator Trainee level or 2) Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in or applicable to the provision of therapeutic patient services for persons with mental illness or intellectual disabilities or 3) Three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in, or applicable to the care, treatment and development of persons with mental illness or intellectual disabilities.Preferred QualificationsThree (3) years of professional experience directing and guiding the activities and services of a direct care program for intellectually disabled individuals for a public or private organization.Three (3) years of professional experience monitoring implementation of programs, evaluating the plans effectiveness.Three (3) years of professional experience developing and implementing policy impacting services for a public or private organization.Three (3) years of professional supervisory experience assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance and training to staff.Three (3) years of professional experience developing and implementing quality assurance reviews for a public or private organization.Three (3) years of experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.Conditions of EmploymentRequires the ability to successfully complete a department training program designed specifically for the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional before the completion of his/her 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 utilize office equipment, including personal computers.Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.*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 7:45am-4:15pm; 1 early, 1 late; rotating weekend and holiday coverage, Sat/Sun offEarly shift choice of 6:00 AM- 2:30 PM or 6:30 AM- 3:00 PMLate Shift choice of 12:00PM- 8:30 PM, 12:30 PM-9:00 PM, 1:00 PM- 9:30 PM, 1:30-10:00 PMWork Location: 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901Division of Developmental DisabilitiesShapiro CenterResidential Center 202-BAgency Contact: Group: Health Services ; Social ServicesAbout the Agency:The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:A Pension ProgramCompetitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance3 Paid Personal Business Days annually12 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 yearsFlexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)12 Weeks Paid Parental LeaveDeferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement planOptional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibilityGI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans5% Salary Differential for Bilingual PositionsCommuter Savings Program (Chicago only)For more information about our benefits please follow this link: Door:Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. 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