What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER TRAINEE position at State of Illinois?
Job Requisition ID: 43134
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER TRAINEE - 38279
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Opening Date: 01/29/2025
Closing Date/Time: 02/11/2025
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $3,852 - $5,046 per month ($46,224 - $60,552 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Morgan
Number of Vacancies: 5
Plan/BU: RC009
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
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 43134
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
Under immediate supervision, for a period of three (3) to eighteen (18) months, participates in a trainee program designed to prepare trainees to work effectively with students with visually impaired and/or multiple disabilities attending Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI). Successfully completes assignments in the care and training of ISVI students under close supervision. Participates in job orientation which introduces and acquaints the trainee with the philosophy, policies, objectives, and programs of the Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) and ISVI, the total educational and social programs and the residential units, the personnel system and conditions of employment, the kind and nature of supportive services to students, and the physical layout of campus. Assists in and travels with students to ensure the safe transit of students to and from school, home, classes, and activities on and off campus. Attends staff meetings where student’s progress is evaluated.
Essential Functions
- For a period of three (3) to eighteen (18) months, participates in a trainee program designed to prepare trainees to work effectively with students with visually impaired and/or multiple disabilities attending Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI).
- Successfully completes assignments in the care and training of ISVI students under close supervision.
- Participates in job orientation which introduces and acquaints the trainee with the philosophy, policies, objectives, and programs of the Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) and ISVI, the total educational and social programs and the residential units, the personnel system and conditions of employment, the kind and nature of supportive services to students, and the physical layout of campus.
- Assists in and travels with students to ensure the safe transit of students to and from school, home, classes, and activities on and off campus.
- Attends staff meetings where student’s progress is evaluated.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledges, skills, and mental development equivalent to an A.A. (associate’s) degree in childcare, sociology, or human services, OR Requires two (2) years of experience in the care and supervision of children as could be gained in a day care facility or a Head Start Program.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to travel.
- Upon employment, employee will be subject to Tuberculin (TB) Test.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
- All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
Work Hours: Various shifts, see below.
Training Schedule: 6 Weeks of classroom training 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday plus additional on the job training as needed on all of the following shifts up to 3 weeks in each shift listed below: 12:30am-8:30am, 6:30am-2:30pm, 11am-7pm, 2:30pm- 10:30pm, 4:30pm-12:30am
(1 pos/ Unit 2: Khaki/Purple Pod/ Shift #4) - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Weekends; 6:30 am - 2:30 pm (2days); 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm (2 days); Rotating Days Off
Week 1: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Wed/Thurs: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Fri/Sat: OFF
Week 2: Sun/Mon: OFF, Tues/Wed: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Thurs/Fri: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Week 3: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: OFF, Wed/Thurs: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 4: Sun/Mon: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Tues/Wed: OFF, Thurs/Fri: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Week 5: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Wed/Thurs: OFF, Fri/Sat: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM
Week 6: Sun/Mon: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Tues/Wed: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Thurs/Fri: OFF, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
(1 pos/ Unit 2: Khaki/Purple Pod/ Shift #10) - 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm (2 days); 4:30 pm - 12:30 am (2 days); 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Weekends; Rotating Days Off
Week 1: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Wed/Thurs: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Fri/Sat: OFF
Week 2: Sun/Mon: OFF, Tues/Wed: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Thurs/Fri: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Week 3: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: OFF, Wed/Thurs: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 4: Sun/Mon: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Tues/Wed: OFF, Thurs/Fri: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Week 5: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Wed/Thurs: OFF, Fri/Sat: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM
Week 6: Sun/Mon: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Tues/Wed: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Thurs/Fri: OFF, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
(1 pos/ Unit 2: Khaki/Purple Pod/ Shift #11) - 4:30 pm - 12:30 am; Rotating Days Off
Week 1: Sun/Mon/Tues: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Wed/Thurs: OFF, Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 2: Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Thurs/Fri: OFF, Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 3: Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Fri/Sat: OFF
Week 4: Sun/Mon: OFF, Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 5: Sun: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Mon/Tues: OFF, Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 6: Sun/Mon: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Tues/Wed: OFF, Thurs/Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
(1 pos/ Unit 2: Blue/Green Pod/ Shift #13) - 4:30 pm - 12:30 am (2 days); 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm (2 days); 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Weekends; Rotating Days Off
Week 1: Sun/Mon: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Tues/Wed: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Thurs/Fri: OFF, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Week 2: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Wed/Thurs: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Fri/Sat: OFF
Week 3: Sun/Mon: OFF, Tues/Wed: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Thurs/Fri: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Week 4: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: OFF, Wed/Thurs: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Fri/Sat: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM
Week 5: Sun/Mon: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Tues/Wed: OFF, Thurs/Fri: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Sat: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Week 6: Sun: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Mon/Tues: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Wed/Thurs: OFF, Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
(1 pos/ Transitional Living Center/ Shift #24) - 4:30 pm - 12:30 am; Rotating Days Off
Week 1: Sun/Mon/Tues: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Wed/Thurs: OFF, Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 2: Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Thurs/Fri: OFF, Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 3: Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Fri/Sat: OFF
Week 4: Sun/Mon: OFF, Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 5: Sun: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Mon/Tues: OFF, Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Week 6: Sun/Mon: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM, Tues/Wed: OFF, Thurs/Fri/Sat: 4:30 PM-12:30 AM
Work Location: 658 E State St, Jacksonville, Illinois, 62650
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Illinois School for the Visually Impaired
Residential Services
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: 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
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.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Salary : $46,224 - $60,552
