Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
Skill Option: Special License - Registered Nurse License
Bilingual Option: None
Opening Date: 11/18/2024
Closing Date/Time: 12/03/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $10,495 - $11,711 per month ($125,940 - $140,532 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Livingston
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None
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Posting Identification Number 42425
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 looking for a high performing compassionate Registered Nurse to seeking an opportunity to direct and manage the delivery of health care services provided to the individuals of our Fox Developmental Center located in Dwight, Illinois. The Director of Nursing serves as an integral member of our leadership team helping to fulfill our commitment to excellent individual care and Treatment. The Fox Developmental Center serves a broad spectrum of individuals with behavioral and medical needs.
Essential Functions
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Serves as the Director of Nursing for the Fox Developmental Center.
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Establishes and reviews the implementation of aspects of Nursing and Clinic Services at the Fox Center to ensure for the optimal provision of nursing and health care services in accord with applicable standards and regulations.
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Serves as full-line supervisor.
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Serves as a member of the facility Executive Staff, which oversees day-to-day operations of the Fox Developmental Center, serves as Administrator on Duty in the absence of the Facility Director; responds to and approves emergency requests.
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Serves on committees and makes recommendations for improved services and care procedures.
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Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
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Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
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Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in nursing.
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Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications
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Three (3) years of professional experience supervising paraprofessional and professional nursing staff, assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and/or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, and preparing and signing performance evaluations.
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Three (3) years of professional experience performing quality assurance assessments to improve the quality of care delivered to individuals.
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Three (3) years of professional experience directing and managing the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of a nursing services program for a public or private organization to ensure that all individuals care is done in a complete, effective, proper and timely manner.
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Three (3) years of professional experience providing advice and guidance regarding the most difficult nursing issues.
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Two (2) years of professional experience recommending and implementing nursing policies and procedures relative to latest trends and nursing standards.
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Two (2) years of professional experience developing budget and staffing plans for a public or private organization.
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One (1) year of basic proficiency in the use of office equipment, including personal computers and basic computer skills.
Conditions of Employment
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Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
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Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
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Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays on a rotation basis.
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Requires the ability to serve on an on-call basis.
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Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties with overnight stays as appropriate.
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Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
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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 - 4:30pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch
Work Location: 134 W Main St, Dwight, Illinois, 60420
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Fox Developmental Center
Nursing & Health Care
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.
Term Appointment: Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Human Services’s discretion.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
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A Pension Program
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Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
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3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
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12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
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10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
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13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
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Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
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12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
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Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
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Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
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GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
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5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
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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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