Job description

Date: Nov 29, 2022

Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60661

Job Requisition ID: 20700

Agency: Department of Human Services

Posting ID: 10-41-20700

Opening Date: 11/30/22
Closing Date/Time: 12/13/2022
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,833 - $9,962 per month
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1

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https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Chicago-Hispanic-Services-Statewide-Specialist-%28PSA-Opt-SS6%29-IL-60661/964528700/

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Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY 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. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

Position Overview

The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is the state’s lead agency serving people with disabilities committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and racial justice. The mission of the Division is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals of employment, education, and independent living. This position serves as the Hispanic Services Statewide Specialist providing technical assistance and support to community-based programs and organizations in the development, implementation and monitoring of areas which are pertinent to meet the vocational needs of Hispanic/Latino and LEP individuals. The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a dynamic and organized manager with strong leadership and communication skills.

Job Responsibilities

Serves as Hispanic Services Statewide Specialist for Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) programs serving Hispanic/Latino community and Limited English Proficient (LEP) customers.

Provides technical assistance and support to community-based programs and organizations in the development, implementation and monitoring of areas which are pertinent to meet the vocational needs of Hispanic/Latino and LEP customers.

Analyzes service delivery systems for Hispanic/Latino and LEP customers.

Serves as full-line supervisor.

Develops and coordinates statewide meetings for staff serving Hispanic/Latino and LEP customers

Presents to a variety of audiences to discuss services available to Hispanic/Latino and LEP customers

Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college with course work in a social or human services field.

Requires three (3) years progressively responsible administrative experience in a health or human services organization.

Requires the ability to speak Spanish at a colloquial level.

Preferred Qualifications (in priority order)

Three (3) years of professional experience working with state and federal rules and regulations related to vocational rehabilitation programs including the Rehabilitation Act and amendments, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act.

Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing state and federal rules, policies and procedures governing the vocational rehabilitation program, analyzing service delivery systems, and working with labor market information and workforce trends as it relates to the Hispanic/Latino population.

Three (3) years of professional experience working with Hispanic/Latino population in a public or private organization understanding the social and cultural impact on this population and services.

Two (2) years of professional experience providing technical assistance and support to community- based organizations and programs to meet the needs of a targeted population.

Two (2) years of professional experience interacting and communicating clearly and tactfully with a wide range of individuals including state agency officials, public, legislators, employers, internal and external stakeholders, community services providers, and employees.

One (1) year of professional experience preparing in various and accessible formats presentations to a variety of audiences related to services available to a targeted population.

Condition of Employment

1. Requires ability to travel statewide.

Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Work Location: 555 West Monroe Street Chicago IL 60661

Division of Rehabilitation Services

Bureau of Engagement and Support Services

Targeted Populations/Hispanic Services

Job Family: Administration/Management

Revolving Door: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

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: $5,833.00 - $9,962.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you possess Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college with course work in a social or human services field?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• progressive administrative: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: One location

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