New Job Security Officer In Illinois

Work Location: Elgin, IL, US, 60123

Agency: Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 8/08/2023

Closing Date: 8/21/2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $3,992 - $5,757 per month. ($47,904 - $69,084 per year)

Work Hours: Various shifts. See below:

7:00a-3:00p

(2) Work days: Friday-Tuesday, off Wednesday-Thursday (FTP Security)

(2) Work days: Thursday-Monday, off Tuesday-Wednesday (FTP Security)

(2) Work days: Saturday-Wednesday, off Thursday-Friday (FTP Security)

(1) Work days: Wednesday-Sunday, off Monday-Tuesday (FTP Security)

3:00p-11:00p

(1) Work days: Thursday-Monday, off Tuesday-Wednesday (FTP Security)

(1) Work days: Wednesday-Sunday, off Monday-Tuesday (FTP Security)

(1) Work days: Saturday-Wednesday, off Thursday-Friday (FTP Security)

Work Location: 750 S State St Elgin, IL 60123-7612

Job Type: Salaried Full Time

County: Kane

Number of Vacancies: 10

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 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 10-81-29123

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Security Officer for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois to perform safety and protection duties on an assigned shift. Enforces regulations and controls, responds to disturbances, intervenes with combative patients, assists unit and program staff in restoring order and in the handling of combative/aggressive patients. Monitors suicidal or homicidal patients and administers emergency first aid or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Initiates fire/emergency procedures. Patrols grounds and building.

Job Responsibilities

1. Performs safety and protection duties at the Elgin Mental Health Center on an assigned shift.

2. Enforces regulations and controls, responds to disturbances, intervenes with combative patients, assists unit and program staff in restoring order and in the handling of combative/aggressive patients.

3. Retrains/controls patients during arrests and investigations.

4. Operates the main door electronic locking system for the forensic building.

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

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Two (2) years of experience working with security requirements and regulations for a public or private organization.

2. Two (2) years of experience working emergency response procedures including fire safety and controls for a public or private organization.

3. Two (2) years of experience in the use of security enforcement practices and techniques.

4. Two (2) years of experience providing initial responses to security breaches and safety hazards.

5. Two (2) years of experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

6. One (1) year of basic proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office with basic computer skills.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires the ability to walk and stand for a significant period of time, including stooping, bending, and lifting.

2. Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

3. Requires ability to administer emergency first aid.

4. Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.

5. Requires the ability to travel and a valid Illinois driver’s license.

6. Requires the ability to become OIG rule 50.3 certified within 90 days of employment.

7. Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patient or others.

8. Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.

9. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

10. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all 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 Work Schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 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: $3,992.00 - $5,757.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you possess the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person