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Date: Oct 19, 2022
Location: Kankakee, IL, US, 60901-5018
Job Requisition ID: 19389
Agency: Department of Human Services
Opening Date: 10/20/2022
Closing Date/Time: 11/02/2022
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $3,105 – $4,078 Per Month
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Kankakee
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.
***MUST APPLY ONLINE***
https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Kankakee-SUPPORT-SERVICE-WORKER-4423800-IL-60901-5018/949501400/
While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for any degrees earned and a copy of any applicable professional licenses is recommended and should be uploaded to the Additional Documents section of your application. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended.
Posting Identification Number 10-75-19389
Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Support Service Worker for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to perform routine, repetitive unskilled manual tasks associated with support services at Shapiro Center on an assigned shift. Performs support service functions in dietary, laundry, housekeeping, exterior building/campus clean-up and/or clothing service. Participates in meal preparation, care of clothing or cleaning. Completes dietary, clothing and housekeeping services according to Accreditation Council on Services or People with Developmental Disabilities (ACDD), Healthcare Financing Administration (HCFA) and Public Health requirements. Performs simple clerical record keeping tasks pertaining to activities performed.
Job Responsibilities
Performs routine, repetitive unskilled manual tasks associated with support services at Shapiro Center on an assigned shift.
Exercises safety precautions in the use and handling of supplies, tools and equipment.
Performs simple clerical record keeping tasks pertaining to activities performed.
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 High School supplemented by (6) six months experience in the support service functional area to which assigned.
Conditions of Employment
Per P.A. 098-0566 – Requires ability to complete an ANSI Accredited food handling training course within 30 days of employment.
Requires the ability to perform heavy physical work.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
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 meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
Work Hours: 5:00am – 1:30pm, Rotating days off with every third weekend off.
Work Location: 100 E Jeffery St Kankakee, IL 60901-5018
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Shapiro Center
Fiscal Services
Job Family: Facility/Fleet Management
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)
- 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
- Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
- 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually – (10 days in year one of employment)
- 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: $3,105.00 – $4,078.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you possess at least 6 months of experience?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: One location
