Posting Identification Number 37669
The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Transportation Officer for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois to perform responsible skilled work as a member of a two-person team utilized to transport patients committed to the Department of Human Services. Operates and drives various types of vehicles. Visually observes and assures the security, custody, safety, and general well-being of all patients. Keeps assigned vehicles in good operational order. Develops written reports and/or orally communicates to supervisor.
The Department of Human Services is one of Illinois' largest agencies, with more than 13,000 employees and an annual budget of over $5.4 billion. Illinois created DHS in 1997, to provide our state's residents with streamlined access to integrated services, especially those who are striving to move from welfare to work and economic independence, and others who face multiple challenges to self-sufficiency. DHS is proud of its diversity, efficiency, and the services that the agency and its community partners provide to Illinois citizens. Our mission is to reduce poverty and keep individuals and families out of the deep-end of social service systems.