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CHIEF OF SOCIAL WORK

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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

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In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Jul 29, 2025
Location: 

Anna, IL, US, 62906-1652

Job Requisition ID:  48422

Job Requisition ID: 48422 

Opening Date: 07/30/2025
Closing Date: 08/12/2025
​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: $9,403 - $11,081 per month ($112,836 - $132,972 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

 

****************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  48422

 

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 Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire an energetic and detail-oriented Chief of Social Work to plan, develop and administer the facility's Social Work Services Program for adult individuals with mental illness, dual diagnoses or developmental disabilities, located at the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna, Illinois. The Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center strives to provide equitable access to social/human services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.

Essential Functions

  • Serves as the Chief of Social Work for the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center.
  • Serves as full line supervisor.
  • Serves as Clinical Administrative Officer/Professional Discipline Head for the Social Work Services Professional Group.
  • Develops and implements evidence-based and recovery oriented nonmedical treatments that are offered to individuals. 
  • Collaborates with the Training Coordinator.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires a master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work, supplemented by three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in a recognized social work services agency.
  • 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 or dual diagnoses.
  • Two (2) years of managerial experience in a public or private organization that delivers inpatient or outpatient psychiatric services.
  • Two (2) years of professional experience performing social work activities in the evaluation and treatment of individuals.
  • Two (2) years of professional experience assessing, developing and implementing training activities for a public or private organization.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience communicating in oral and written from with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Two (2) years of professional experience developing and interpreting policies and procedures for a public or private organization. 

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.
  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including computers.
  • Requires the ability to travel in the performance job duties. 

*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 - 4:30pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch

Work Location: 1000 N Main St, Anna, Illinois, 62906

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Choate Mental Health & Developmental Center

Social Work Services

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

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 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

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 the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage 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 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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