Social Service Program Planner III (46490)
Social Service Program Planner III (46490)
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$ 6589 - 9541
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46490
Opening Date:05/06/2025
Closing Date: 05/19/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:SOCIAL SERV PROGRAM PLANNER III 41313
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary:Anticipated Salary (Effective 7/1/25) : $6589 $9541 per month ($79068 $114492 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Social Service Program Planner III for the Northern Survey & Training Unit. As a team member the Social Service Program Planner III will perform the more complex technical tasks in designing analyzing and implementing the survey review process to verify communitybased agencies are providing services in compliance with state and federal requirements. In addition this position will contact community agencies according to the schedule for unannounced onsite surveys in compliance with strict regulatory timelines for initiation and compliance of survey processing. Traveling to various locations throughout the state to perform analysis of compliance is an important role of this position.
Essential Functions
- As a team member performs the more complex technical tasks in designing analyzing and implementing the survey review process to verify communitybased agencies are providing services in compliance with state and federal requirements.
- Contacts community agencies according to the schedule for unannounced onsite surveys in compliance with strict regulatory timelines for initiation and compliance of survey processing.
- Prepares reports regarding the degree of compliance with rules.
- Liaises with other Section staff to maintain detailed information on all licensed/certified community agencies.
- Provides consultation training and technical assistance to new and current staff community organizations social services agencies and the public regarding service delivery systems agency resources and current regulations.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of masters degree.
- Requires one year (1) of progressively responsible professional experience in community organization social service work or in program planning and development.
Specialized Skills
- Of the one year (1) of progressively responsible professional experience requires one year of professional experience in licensure/certification activities with community agencies serving individuals with developmental disabilities or a mental illness.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of professional experience analyzing and evaluating programs and operations for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional experience working with program objectives for community agencies providing services to persons with developmental disabilities or mental illness.
- Two (2) years of experience preparing detailed reports and documents utilizing software such as Microsoft Word and Excel for a public or private organization.
- One (1) year of professional experience conducting onsite surveys of community organizations to ensure compliance with rules and regulations for a public or private organization.
- One (1) year of professional experience in licensure/certification activities with community agencies serving individuals with developmental disabilities or a mental illness.
- One (1) year of professional experience providing consultation training and technical assistance to staff community organizations social services agencies and the public
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to meet requirements to be classified as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) or a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).
- Requires a valid drivers license.
- Requires the ability to travel statewide including overnight stays.
- Requires basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including but not limited to Word Excel and Access.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/545 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered nonState employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such nonState employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A101 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 1509) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
*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:401 S Clinton St Chicago Illinois 60607
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Bureau of Accreditation Licensure & Certification (BALC)
Northern Survey & Training Unit
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 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: position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/545 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered nonState employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such nonState employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
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 thehomepage in the blue ribbon.
NonState 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
NonState 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:
Employment Type
Full-Time
