Physician Specialist Opt C

Chester - UK

Yearly Salary: $ 188472 - 270504

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Job Requisition ID:45764

Opening Date: 11/10/2025
Closing Date: 12/10/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:PHYSICIAN SPEC OPTION C - 32223
Skill Option:Special License - IL License to Practice Medicine - Psychiatry & Neurology
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $15706 - $22542 per month ($188472 - $270504 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Randolph
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063 Professional Employees EducatorsJuvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinatorsand Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

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 requireda 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 theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. 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.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.

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 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 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.

Essential Functions

As an Illinois licensed physician provides a full range of psychiatric/medical assessments and treatments to patients at Chester Mental Health Center on an assigned unit on an assigned shift.
Performs and records psychiatric evaluations and maintains files or progress notes of the patients status as it relates to a psychiatric practice.
Provides support and expertise to staff in dealing with patients.
Provides clinical information and guidance to other clinicians.
Serves as an active and contributing member or chair of assigned center committees staff meetings teaching conferences and clinical committees.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the above enumerated duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a valid State of Illinois Physician and Surgeon License.
Requires completion of an approved residency in the position related medical specialty of psychiatry.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating the quality of specialized medical care and treatment for patients with a mental illness.
Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.
Two (2) years of professional experience conducting psychiatric exams of patients.
Two (2) years of professional experience identifying most appropriate positive treatment regime and carrying out that treatment in accordance with best practices.
Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Two (2) years of professional experience preparing comprehensive and specialized medical records and reports.

Conditions of Employment

Requires the possession of a valid Illinois Controlled Substance License.
Requires the possession of a valid United States Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate of Registration.
Requires the ability to meet the requirements of and be appointed to the medical staff association of Chester Mental Health Center within 30 days of employment.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
Requires the ability to walk and stand for a significant period of time including stooping bending lifting or exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.
Requires the ability to participate in patient management interventions that may include participating in restraint interventions.
Requires the ability to maintain current Basic Life Support Certification.
Requires the ability to testify in court.
Requires the ability to serve as Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) after business hours weekends and holidays in case of emergency.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*The 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 8:00am - 4:00pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch

Work Location:1315 Lehmen Dr Chester Illinois 62233-2542

Clinical Services

Chester Mental Health Center

Clinical Services

Agency Contact:

Posting Group:Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency:

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 BillTraining/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: 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 thehomepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of thehomepage 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 thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on 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:

Required Experience:

Job Requisition ID:45764Opening Date: 11/10/2025Closing Date: 12/10/2025Agency:Department of Human ServicesClass Title:PHYSICIAN SPEC OPTION C - 32223Skill Option:Special License - IL License to Practice Medicine - Psychiatry & NeurologyBilingual Option:NoneSalary: Anticipated Salary: $15706 - $2254...

Job Requisition ID:45764

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

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why Work for Illinois

Position Overview

Essential Functions

As an Illinois licensed physician provides a full range of psychiatric/medical assessments and treatments to patients at Chester Mental Health Center on an assigned unit on an assigned shift.
Performs and records psychiatric evaluations and maintains files or progress notes of the patients status as it relates to a psychiatric practice.
Provides support and expertise to staff in dealing with patients.
Provides clinical information and guidance to other clinicians.
Serves as an active and contributing member or chair of assigned center committees staff meetings teaching conferences and clinical committees.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the above enumerated duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a valid State of Illinois Physician and Surgeon License.
Requires completion of an approved residency in the position related medical specialty of psychiatry.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of professional experience evaluating the quality of specialized medical care and treatment for patients with a mental illness.
Two (2) years of professional experience coordinating medical services with other professional disciplines and supportive personnel.
Two (2) years of professional experience conducting psychiatric exams of patients.
Two (2) years of professional experience identifying most appropriate positive treatment regime and carrying out that treatment in accordance with best practices.
Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Two (2) years of professional experience preparing comprehensive and specialized medical records and reports.

Conditions of Employment

Requires the possession of a valid Illinois Controlled Substance License.
Requires the possession of a valid United States Drug Enforcement Administration Certificate of Registration.
Requires the ability to meet the requirements of and be appointed to the medical staff association of Chester Mental Health Center within 30 days of employment.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
Requires the ability to walk and stand for a significant period of time including stooping bending lifting or exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.
Requires the ability to participate in patient management interventions that may include participating in restraint interventions.
Requires the ability to maintain current Basic Life Support Certification.
Requires the ability to testify in court.
Requires the ability to serve as Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) after business hours weekends and holidays in case of emergency.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*The 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 8:00am - 4:00pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch

Work Location:1315 Lehmen Dr Chester Illinois 62233-2542

Clinical Services

Chester Mental Health Center

Clinical Services

Agency Contact:

Posting Group:Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency:

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 BillTraining/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: 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 thehomepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of thehomepage 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 thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on 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.

Required Experience: