TRANSPORTATION OFFICER

Chester, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/20/2024

Agency :  Department of Human Services 

Opening Date: 05/20/2024
Closing Date/Time: 06/03/2024 
Salary:   Anticipated Salary (Eff 7/1/24): $4,907 - $6,855 per month ($58,884 - $82,260 per year)  
Job Type:   Salaried 
County:   Randolph  
Number of Vacancies:   2  
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  37669

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Transportation Officer for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois to perform responsible skilled work as a member of a two-person team utilized to transport patients committed to the Department of Human Services. Operates and drives various types of vehicles. Visually observes and assures the security, custody, safety, and general well-being of all patients. Keeps assigned vehicles in good operational order. Develops written reports and/or orally communicates to supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

  1. Performs responsible skilled work as a member of a two-person team utilized to transport patients committed to the Department of Human Services.
  2. Visually observes and assures the security, custody, safety, and general well-being of all patients transported while in transit.
  3. Keeps assigned vehicles in good operational order while enroute.
  4. Cooperates with departmental personnel and law enforcement agencies in arranging for pickup and return of patient to county/correctional facilities.
  5. Obtains meals for patients being transported and for obtaining medical aid in the event of serious illness or accident while in transit.
  6. Develops written reports and/or orally communicates to supervisor of incidents or misconduct during transportation.
  7. Provides additional custodial coverage and support to supplement and augment the regular security therapy aide roll.
  8. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  1. Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
  2. Requires one (1) year of experience as a guard or correctional officer in a prison, or a Security Therapy Aide in a forensic facility.
  3. Requires an appropriate valid driver’s license.

Conditions of Employment

  1. Requires the ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds.
  2. Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
  3. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
  4. 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:  Monday-Friday 7am-3pm  
Work Location: 1315 Lehmen Dr, Chester, Illinois, 62233-2542  

Division of Mental Health 

Chester Mental Health Center

Transportation Unit 
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Posting Group:  Transportation ; 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)
  • 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 assignments 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

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