Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires possession of a current and valid Professional Educator License, issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, with a Learning Behavior Specialist I endorsement.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance):
- Prefers working knowledge of the methods techniques and strategies used in the instruction and development of juveniles with intellectual physical or other defined developmental disabilities.
- Prefers working knowledge of agency programs and services objectives activities and operational systems.
- Prefers working knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
- Prefers working knowledge of the impact that disabilities have on the cognitive physical emotional social and communication development of an individual.
- Prefers ability to evaluate a student, select behavioral objectives to meet the student's needs, and to guide and direct family and facility staff regarding the necessary training and educational development of a student.
- Prefers ability to communicate with, and instruct, students with physical, intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Prefers elementary knowledge of behavior modification principles.
- Prefers elementary knowledge of and ability to operate a personal computer.
- Prefers ability to prepare written documentation related to student performance and education.
- Prefers ability to 'relate' to students with extreme and profound emotional impairments.
Conditions of Employment:
- Requires the ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Salary/Benefits
Salary: Anticipated starting salary is $5,840/month (Step 1b); CBA Applies; Full Range $5,840-$10,285
Work Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 4:00pm
Additional Notes
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.
About the Agency:
The mission of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. Over 900 staff members from across various departments—security, programming, education, mental health, and more—collaborate with the understanding that youth are physically, emotionally, and cognitively different from adults. The department provides extensive services to young people through a developmental, treatment-focused model of care that builds youth resiliency, engages families, and promotes community safety at the five youth facilities it operates across the state. IDJJ serves and houses approximately 150 youth and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on Aftercare in various Illinois’ communities.
How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.