Job description

Work Location: Alton, IL, US, 62002-5012

Agency: Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 4/27/2023

Closing Date: 5/10/2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,246 - $8,180 per month.

Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Work Location: 4500 College Ave Alton, IL 62002-5012

Job Type: Salaried Full Time

County: Madison

Number of Vacancies: 1

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 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 Number 10-77-26060

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Social Worker II for the Alton Mental Health Center located in Alton, Illinois. The incumbent will engage in professional social work services involving the application of social work principles and techniques in the evaluation, problem identification and treatment of forensically hospitalized adults manifesting complex emotional and psycho-social disorders. Gathers information and services to facilitate patient treatment and discharge. Serves as an advocate for the patient and as a resource for other members of the treatment team.

Job Responsibilities

1. Engages in professional social work services involving the application of social work principles and techniques in the evaluation, problem identification and treatment of forensically hospitalized adults manifesting complex emotional and psycho-social disorders.

2. Evaluates clinical problems of patients.

3. Serves as an advocate for the patient and as a resource for other members of the treatment team.

4. As part of a treatment team, identifies options for best practice treatment interventions in lieu of restraints/seclusions.

5. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires a master’s degree in social work from a recognized college or university supplemented by one (1) year of professional social work experience in the evaluation and treatment/habilitation of mentally ill, developmentally disabled or other disabled persons.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.

2. Requires extensive knowledge of social work theory, principles, techniques, practices and their application.

3. Requires ability to conduct evaluations and implement treatment plans.

4. Requires ability to write clear and cohesive summaries of counseling sessions.

5. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

6. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

7. Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all 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)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• *Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $5,246.00 - $8,180.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Do you possess a master’s degree in social work from a recognized college or university supplemented by one year of professional social work experience in evaluating and treating/habilitating mentally ill, developmentally disabled, or other disabled persons?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Social Work: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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