Activity Therapist (Ump)
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Springfield, VT - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:57781
OpeningDate:08/12/2026
Closing Date: 08/25/2026
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:ACTIVITY THERAPIST - 00157
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5328 - $7819 per month ($63936 - $93828 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062 Technical Employees 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.
The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire an Activity Therapist for the Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center located in Springfield Illinois to develop and provide comprehensive activity therapy for facility patients and principally involving those assigned to a Forensic Unit. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary habilitation team. Writes activity therapist skill acquisition programs. Registers non-forensic patients in community park district programs. Participates in the planning and implementation of center-wide special events and activities.
- Develops and provides comprehensive activity therapy for facility patients and principally involving those assigned to a Forensic Unit.
- Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary habilitation team.
- Writes activity therapist skill acquisition notes that correlate to objectives developed in the Patients Plan.
- Travels with forensic and non-forensic patients to scheduled supervised off-grounds destinations approved by the Hospital Clinical Management Team.
- Participates in the planning and implementation of center-wide special events and activities.
- Conducts group/individual activity therapy programs to meet the interests needs and goals in correlation with the patents treatment plan.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- Requires a bachelors degree with major in therapeutic recreation music therapy art therapy dance therapy drama therapy leisure studies or recreation with a specialization in recreational therapy including successful completion of an approved internship fieldwork or practicum.
*This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
- Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch
Headquarter Location:901 E Southwind Rd Springfield Illinois 62703
Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center
Activity Therapy - Forensics
Work County:Sangamon
Posting Group:Health Services; 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 of 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)
- Benefit time modified for part-time 12-hour & non-standard 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: title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on theUpward Mobility Programlink or for specific title information atUMP Titles.To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
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