Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 54909 

Opening Date: 04/17/2026
Closing Date: 04/30/2026
​Agency:  Department of Human Services
Class Title: EDUCATOR - 13100 
Skill Option:  Special Education 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Effective 7/1/26) $5,958-$10,645 per month ($71,496-$127,740 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Madison
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:  

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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.

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 Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire an Educator for the Alton Mental Health Center located in Alton, Illinois to teach regularly scheduled treatment-based educational classes. Requires incumbent to be able to assess educational levels and need of referred patients from the forensic program. Writes teaching outline and plans curricula treatment-based education classes for referred forensic patients who may be mentally ill and/or intellectually disabled for education programs to meet their identified needs. Confers with treatment team on patient needs and progress in referred programs. Instructs para and non-professional staff in their delivery of educational and/or living skills programs. Maintains required records, documentation and statistics. 

Essential Functions

• Teaches regularly scheduled treatment-based educational classes, assesses educational levels to meet identified patient needs from the forensic program.
• Writes patient progress reports and program reports.
• As part of a treatment team, identifies options for best practice treatment interventions in lieu of restraints/seclusions.
• Links discharged patients to educational programs at area public schools and community colleges providing information on classes and counselor contact.
• Orders and stocks materials and equipment needed for areas of instruction.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires possession of a current and valid Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) issued Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsement in special education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience preparing and teaching adult-level special education and vocational/habilitation instruction for a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience assessing vocational and academic skills, knowledge and abilities using standardized tools (i.e., achievement tests and vocational diagnostics) for a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience preparing and maintaining detailed educational/vocational documentation consistent with federal, state and accreditation standards.
• Two (2) years of basic proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft, Word, Excel, etc., in the development of reports, records, etc.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patients or others.
• Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to pass Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training.
• Requires the ability to access various work sites throughout the hospital and the ability to respond to facility-wide emergencies.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry moderate loads up to 25 pounds.
• 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:  Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch.

Headquarter Location: 4500 College Ave, Alton, Illinois, 62002

Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

Alton Mental Health Center

Medical Services Rehabilitation Services Forensic 

Work County:  Madison

Agency Contact:  DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group:  Education; 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 for 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:

• 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)
• 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
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link :  

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the for State employees and review the 

Non-State employees: on – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

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• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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