Social Service Program Planner IV
Social Service Program Planner IV
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:45406
Opening Date:04/09/2025
Closing Date/Time:04/22/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:SOCIAL SERV PROGRAM PLANNER IV 41314
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary:Anticipated Salary: $7066 $10326 per month $84792 $123912 per year)
Job Type:Salaried
Category:Full Time
County:Sangamon
Number of Vacancies:1
Plan/BU:RC062
This 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 positionMUSTapply electronically through the2webwebsite. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee 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 considered.
Posting Identification Number45406
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 toptier 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 Social Service Program Planner IV to serve as a Quality Review Team Lead Specialist in the provision of comprehensive technical assistance to agencies evidencing difficulty in meeting standards for providers. Conceptualized designs and analyzes programs or plans for the services provided. Provides the most complex input in planning coordinating conducting and analyzing the reviews of programs. Travels to conduct the most complex random and targeted surveys and visits developmental disabilities service agencies to determine the level of compliance in relation to Medicaid waiver and contractual expectations with applicable developmental disabilities rules DHS principles philosophy and best practice criteria. Prepares survey forms correspondence and reports of complex findings and recommendations.
Essential Functions
- Serves as a Quality Review Team Lead Specialist in the provision of comprehensive technical assistance to agencies evidencing difficulty in meeting standards for providers.
- Travels to conduct the most complex random and targeted surveys and visits developmental disabilities service agencies to determine the level of compliance in relation to Medicaid waiver and contractual expectations with applicable developmental disability rules Department of Human Service principles philosophy and best practice criteria.
- Prepares survey forms correspondence and reports of complex findings and recommendations.
- Leads evaluations of the independent service coordinator process for individuals with disabilities including both policy and implementation issues.
- Provides written and verbal feedback and guidance to agencies and informs Department staff regarding problems/possible solutions.
- Compiles information for referral to the Office of Accreditation Licensure and Certification the Office of the Inspector General and others.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of masters degree.
- Requires two years 2 of progressively responsible professional experience in community organization social service work or in program planning and development.
Specialized Skills
- Of the two years 2 required experience requires two years 2 developing and demonstrating leadership skills comparative to conducting onsite independent focused surveys/reviews in communitybased developmental disabilities programs. (Remote surveys/reviews acceptable only if stateenforced restrictions limit onsite review such as due to a pandemic.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two 2 years developing and demonstrating leadership skills comparative to leading onsite independent focused surveys/reviews in communitybased developmental disabilities programs.
- Three 3 years of professional experience analyzing and evaluating programs and operations for a public or private organization utilizing multiple software applications.
- Two 2 years of professional experience interviewing individuals and consulting on development of corrective action plans.
- Two 2 years of professional experience communicating in oral and written form with internal and external stakeholders for a public or private organization.
- Two 2 years experience of leadership problem solving and communication skills to conduct onsite surveys for communitybased providers of individuals with mental health illnesses or developmental disabilities.
- Two 2 years of professional experience providing technical assistance following up on cases and investigative recommendations to communitybased providers of individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid drivers license.
- Requires the ability to travel extensively including overnight stays.
- Requires ability to meet criteria for a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP).
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Mon Fri 8:30am 5:00pm 1 hour unpaid lunch
Work Location: 600 E Ash St Springfield Illinois 62703
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Quality Management
Quality Review Unit A
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Social Services
About 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 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)
1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually 10 days in year one of employment)
Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12hour & parttime 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 PreTax 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: position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
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 the2web homepage in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the2web 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
NonState employees: on 2web 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.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
