Assistant Unit Director

State-of-Illinois; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation time

12 paid holidays annually

Flexible work schedules

Public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

State of Illinois seeks a Mental Health Administrator II at Shapiro Center in Kankakee to coordinate program delivery and supervise treatment teams, ensuring compliance with health standards and department policies.

The role requires a master's degree in administration, education or behavioral sciences, plus relevant experience; alternative qualifications include one year of administrative experience in therapeutic program planning. Salary is competitive with state benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in administration, education or behavioral sciences with professional experience in therapeutic services or related field.
• One year of administrative experience in planning, formulation and implementation of therapeutic/progressive programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Assistant Unit Director to coordinate delivery of programs and services.
• Supervise treatment teams and ensure health/medical needs are met.
• Lead interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Review forms and reports for accuracy and timely submission.

Education

Master's degree in administration, education or behavioral sciences

One year of administrative experience in planning/therapeutic programs

Job description

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We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

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In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID: 58006

OpeningDate: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 09/02/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: MENTAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATOR II - 26812
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,820 - $9,875 per month ($81,840 - $118,500 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

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 Documentssection of yourapplication. 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.

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.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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 seeking to hire a Mental Health Administrator II for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to serve as the Assistant Unit Director to coordinate the overall function of the delivery of programs and services for individuals in an assigned unit. Supervises and directs activities of treatment teams to ensure individuals health/medical needs are met. Directs treatment teams in formulating and implementing treatment programs for assigned individuals. Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure compliance with applicable department rules and regulations, Public Health standards, accreditation standards, Shapiro and Department policies, procedures, forms and guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Assistant Unit Director.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Assists higher level administrators on administrative matters and program development and evaluations.
• Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure compliance with applicable department rules and regulations, Public Health standards, accreditation standards, Shapiro and Department policies, procedures, forms and guidelines.
• Reviews forms, logs and other reports ensuring information is accurate and is submitted in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to either (1) a master’s degree in administration, education or the behavioral sciences and one year of professional experience in or appliable to the provision of therapeutic patient services for persons with mental illness or intellectual disabilities and successful completion of a comprehensive training program at the Mental Health Administrator Trainee level.

OR

• (2) One year of administrative experience in or applicable to the planning, formulation and implementation of therapeutic and rehabilitative treatment programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience directing and guiding the activities and services of a direct care program for intellectually disabled individuals for a public or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional experience monitoring implementation programs, evaluating the planseffectiveness.
• Three (3) years of professional experience developing and implementing policy impacting services for a public or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional supervisory experience assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance and training staff.
• Three (3) years of professional experience initiating corrective action to assure quality of services toindividuals is in compliance with applicable department rules and regulations, Public Health Standards, accreditation standards, policies and procedures, forms and guidelines.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
• Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual orothers.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.

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.

• 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.

Posting Group: Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being of everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• 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)
• Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard 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

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 .

Nearest Major Market: Kankakee

Nearest Secondary Market: Bradley