Long-Term Services and Supports Specialist
Long-Term Services and Supports Specialist
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$ 6589 - 9541
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:48024
Opening Date:06/26/2025
Closing Date: 07/10/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:EXECUTIVE II - 13852
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Effective 7/1/25) $6589-$9541/month ($79068-$114492/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
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.
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 Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is the states lead division serving people with disabilities committed to diversity equity inclusion accessibility and racial justice. The mission of the Division is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals of employment education and independent living. This position serves as the statewide Long-Term Services and Supports Specialist in the Bureau of Home and Community Based Supports (BHCBS) working towards increasing the use of home and community-based services and reducing the use of institutionally based services and establishing relationships with staff and other agencies to develop and implement policy and program initiatives. The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a detail-oriented individual with strong communication and leadership skills to serve as the statewide Long-Term Services and Supports Specialist.
Essential Functions
Serves as the statewide Long-Term Services and Supports Specialist in the Bureau of Home and Community Based Supports (BHCBS) working towards increasing the use of home and community-based services and reducing the use of institutionally based services.
Makes recommendation and implements policies procedures and workflows specific to rebalancing initiatives.
Develops data management systems to collect measurable data regarding customer satisfaction program and customer function indicators and person-centered program outcomes.
Collaborates with sister agencies on rebalancing initiatives that focus on successful provision of home and community-based services.
Maintains a working knowledge of federal and state guidelines related to preventing unnecessary institutionalization of persons with disabilities.
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 completion of four (4) years of college preferably with courses in business and public administration.
Requires two (2) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional experience working with long term care services and supports for individuals with disabilities such as direct service program managed care etc. in a public or private setting.
Three (3) years of professional experience analyzing measurable data and reporting on program outcomes and trends including making recommendations for implementing program efficiencies and process improvements.
Three (3) years of professional experience analyzing interpreting formulating and preparing recommended changes to departmental policies procedures and initiatives and collaborating with staff developing and implementing employee training.
Two (2) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the abilityto utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
Two (2) years of professional experience interacting with and communicating clearly and tactfully with a wide range of individuals that include agency staff state agency officials the public legislators internal and external stakeholders community service providers professional and lay groups and employees.
One (1) year of professional experience in developing reviewing and preparing reports for a wide variety of audiences using a variety of accessible platforms including Access Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to travel.
*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-5pm 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location:100 South Grand Ave E Springfield Illinois 62762
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Bureau of Home and Community Based Supports
Program Support Unit
Posting Group:Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy safe and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion Accessibility Responsibility and Equity.
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: 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:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
