Job description

Work Location: Anna, IL, US, 62906-1652

Agency: Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 4/27/2023

Closing Date: 5/10/2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $4,466 - $6,464 per month.

Work Hours: 10:45 pm - 7:00 am - Time Group 5

Week 1 - Tues/Wed off

Week 2 – Wed/Thurs off

Week 3 – Thurs/Fri off

Week 4 – Fri/Sat/Sun off

Week 5 – Sat/Sun/Mon off

Week 6 – Mon/Tues off

Work Location: 1000 N Main St., Anna, IL 62906

Job Type: Salaried Full Time

County: Union

Number of Vacancies: 1

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. 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 considered.

Posting Identification Number 10-80-26582

Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Security Therapy Aide II for the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center to maintain the safety and security of the facility, work area, individuals and staff. This person will serve as designated lead worker. Logs and monitors the distribution of keys, security devices, radios, and cell phones for use by unit, writ team and movement staff. Monitors individual activity on and off the unit. Alerts supervisor to unusual circumstances within facility. Ensures that entry and exiting of the facility after hours and on weekends is monitored.

Job Responsibilities

1. Maintains the safety and security of the facility, work area, individuals and staff.

2. Serves as designated lead worker.

3. Logs and monitors the distribution of keys, security devices, radios, and cell phones for use by unit, writ team and movement staff.

4. Records individual behavior and progress during movement on logs, charts and reports.

5. Conducts formal, classroom training for trainees and other new facility staff.

6. Updates roster of individuals for specific areas.

7. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.

2. Requires two years’ experience as a Security Therapy Aide, including successful completion of an approved Security Therapy Aide Training Program or equivalent experience.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.

2. Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.

3. Requires the ability to pass Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training.

4. Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.

5. Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.

6. Requires the ability to travel.

7. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

8. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

9. Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all 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 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 Work Schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,466.00 - $6,464.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Security Therapy Aide: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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