SUPPORT SERVICE WORKER

Posting Identification Number 38655

Position Overview
The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Support Service Worker for the Madden Mental Health Center located in Hines, Illinois to serve as a housekeeper for the entire residential pavilions/units on an assigned shift.  Cleans entire unit which also includes patient rooms, common areas, nurses’ station, and pavilion offices. Checks and maintains all equipment used and reports any safety or repair needs. Hangs draperies and shower curtains on the assigned pavilion/unit. Assists in picking up soiled linens and replenishes shelves.
Job Responsibilities
Serves as a housekeeper for the entire residential pavilions/units on an assigned shift.
Cleans the pavilions/unit’s laundry room by dusting tables, shelves, washing the interior and exterior of washers and dryers, emptying the lint trap/filters.
Checks and maintains all equipment used and reports any safety or repair needs.
Hangs draperies and shower curtains on the assigned pavilion/unit.
Assists in picking up soiled linens and replenishes shelves with clean linens in the designated areas.
Attends and participates in all required mandatory training.
Performs other duties as assigned or required that are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of High School supplemented by six (6) months experience in the support service functional area to which assigned.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to lift and/or push up to 60lbs with assistance.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
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.

(1) 7:00a-3:00p Week 1: Wed/Thur; Week 2: Mon/Sat; Week 3: Sun/Fri

(1) 7:00a-3:00p Week 1: Mon/Sat; Week 2: Sun/Fri; Week 3: Wed/Thur

(1) 7:00a-3:00p Week 1: Tue/Wed; Week 2: Mon/Sat; Week 3: Sun/Fri

(1) 2:00p-10:00p Week 1: Sun/Fri, Week 2: Wed/Thur, Week 3: Mon/Sat

(1) 2:00p-10:00p Week 1: Mon/Sat; Week 2: Sun/Thur; Week 3: Tue/Wed

(1) 2:00p-10:00p Week 1: Wed/Thur; Week 2: Mon/Sat; Week 3: Sun/Fri

Work Location: 1200 S 1st Ave, Hines, Illinois, 60141

Division of Mental Health

Madden Mental Health Center

Support Services - Housekeeping
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Posting Group:  Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; 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

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