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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL WORK

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Date:  Apr 3, 2025
Location: 

Elgin, IL, US, 60123

Job Requisition ID:  45317

Job Requisition ID: 45317 

Opening Date:  04/04/2025
Closing Date/Time: 04/17/2025​
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option: Special License - Social Worker/Clinical Social Worker 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,413 - $10,825 per month ($112,956 - $129,900 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Kane
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None

 

****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****************

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.

 

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. 

 

Posting Identification Number  45317

 

 

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 you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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 Mental Health is seeking to hire an Associate Director of Social Work for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois. Directs and clinically supervises social work staff providing direct patient care, clinical training and interdisciplinary consultation for the Unfit to Stand Trial (UST) and Community Psychiatric Services (CPS) programs. Develops, coordinates and completes assessments, data collection, program planning, development and implementation activities for assigned programs. Evaluates and monitors social work performance improvement activities for assigned programs. Serves as a member of the Hospital Executive Committee, Governing Board and facility management committees. Serves as full-line supervisor.

Essential Functions

  • Serves as the Associate Director of Social Work.

  • Develops, coordinates and completes assessments, data collection, program planning, development and implementation activities for assigned programs; directs collection and analysis of data studies, patterns and trends.

  • Serves as full-line supervisor.

  • Evaluates and monitors social work performance improvement activities for assigned programs.

  • Serves as a member of facility management committees.

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

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.

  • Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in a recognized social work services agency working with individuals with mental illness and other co-occurring conditions.  

  • Requires licensure by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Three (3) years of professional experience planning and implementing a social work services program for individuals with mental illness.

  • Two (2) years of managerial experience in a public or private organization that delivers inpatient or outpatient psychiatric services.

  • Two (2) years of professional supervisory experience.

  • Two (2) years of professional experience performing social work activities in the evaluation and treatment of patients.

  • Two (2) years of professional experience assessing, developing and implementing training activities in a public or private organization.

  • Three (3) years of professional experience communicating in oral and written form with internal and external stakeholders.

  • One (1) year of basic proficiency in the use of office equipment, including personal computers.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

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

  • Requires the ability to work on-call, after business hours, weekends and holidays in case of emergency.

  • This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 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 15-09) 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, 8:00am - 4:00pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch

CPS Administration
Work Location: 750 S State St, Elgin, Illinois, 60123 

Division of Mental Health

Elgin Mental Health Center

Social Work Department
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Health Services; 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)

  • 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 Bill® Training/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: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

          

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – 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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Nearest Major Market: Elgin
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago

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