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Location:Springfield, IL, US, 62701
Job Requisition ID:45877
Closing Date/Time:04/11/2025?\
Agency:Department of Human Services\
Class Title:SOCIAL SERV PROGRAM PLANNER IV - 41314\
Salary:Anticipated Salary \$7,066-\$10,326/month
(\$84,792-\$123,912/year)\
Job Type:Salaried\
Category:Full Time\
County:Sangamon\
Number of Vacancies:2\
Plan/BU:RC062
Posting Identification Number 45877
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 youre
helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support
families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches
the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit
your life and your scheduleflexible 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 Early Childhood is one of six divisions within the
Illinois Department of Human Services. DEC serves to strengthen and
centralize Child Care, Early Intervention, and Home Visiting within DHS.
The DEC vision is for Illinois young children and families to have the
supports they need to achieve their full potential. The DEC mission is
to enhance access to programs and services that support whole child
development. The DEC is committed to the following guiding values -
Whole Child Focus, Quality Service Delivery, Equity, Relentless Pursuit
of Mission, Respect & Dignity, and Stability & Sustainability.
Essential Functions
- Serves as a Child and Family Connections Regional Technical
Assistance (TA) Specialist.
- Conceptualizes, designs, implements, and maintains highly technical
planning and coordination of the program service delivery in
designated DHS/ Region(s), including establishing effective working
relationships with grantees and other stakeholders and drafting
written forms/instructions, policies, procedures, manuals,
instructions, interpretive guidelines, and/or handbooks/brochures.
- Designs, completes, and develops decision memoranda, agreements,
briefing papers, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), correspondence, and
other written documents on EI issues, function activities, and
budget.
- Organizes, staffs, and documents listening-sessions with designated
grantees, families, legal guardians, and other stakeholders to
secure feedback on service delivery.
- Represents the Bureau Chief and/or Manager at meetings, workshops,
retreats, and conferences regarding the EI program.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably
within the scope of the duties enumerated above.