Hawkeye Community College
Reports To: Associate Director Workforce Training & Community Development
Job Summary
Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge and expertise in the area of workforce development and career readiness? Are you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you!
Our Workforce Training & Community Development team has an opening for a full-time Career Pathway Navigator who will be responsible for guiding applicants through the requirements of various program initiatives that provide tuition assistance, career navigation and other support services.
Specifically, as a Career Pathway Navigator, you will be assisting non-traditional students with achieving their education and employment goals by developing customized delivery service plans for each participant. Additionally, you will be evaluating and interpreting customer’s vocational/educational potential through aptitude and/or psychological assessments measuring interest, abilities, and work values. Furthermore, you will be collaborating with instructors and staff from other programs, as needed to enroll applicants into classes and monitor participants through their course of study until completion.
Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a wide array of students through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Essential Job Functions
Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assists individuals pursuing careers in high demand industries.
Corresponds with potential participants face to face, over the phone, or via email regarding program information, eligibly process and requirements, while thoroughly documenting in a case management system.
Schedules appointments with potential participants. Reviews and organizes applications and uploads them into a case management system.
Reviews participants’ files to ensure all documents are completed prior to being eligible for enrollment into programs and maintains file accuracy through program enrollment process.
Serves as a support/coach/advisor through the eligibility process.
Determines participants ability to be successful in class through assessments.
Identifies academic, social and personal barriers that affect student’s progress toward education and employment goals, and provides individualized guidance, connecting students with various resources and developing individualized action plans to address issues such as transportation, financial constraints, childcare, etc.
Manages participants through the process of completing eligibility requirements to receive assistance.
Facilitates various workshops, proctors required assessments and holds career navigation discussions with participants.
Collaborate with internal and external partners including other college programs, departments, committees as well as industry partners on the development and implementation of existing and future initiative programs, with a focus on creation of career pathways and articulation of programs between credit and non-credit programming.
Collaborates with participants, instructors and other program staff to ensure students are attending classes regularly and are making progress in their course of study; complete certification, and enter gainful employment upon completion.
Serves as a liaison/advisor/coach between students, educators, and industry and community partners.
Collaborates with other team members to examine and analyze current processes to determine if updates are needed to better serve participants.
Provides professional employment and training related services and activities to participants such as job searching, updating resumes, mock interviews and providing leads for interviews and employment opportunities including registered apprenticeships.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Public Administration, Business, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields and one (1) year of work experience in human services, career counseling, education or related area OR a combination of education and experience to total five (5) years.
Must be able to travel to and from meetings.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with instructors, coordinators and students.
Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Demonstrated ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
Anticipated schedule is Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm with occasional evening and Saturday based on class schedules and community events.
Work is performed either in or a combination of an office setting and/or classroom setting using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move frequently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computers.
Employment Status
Full-time, hourly position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
Wages are determined by considering the candidates education, experience as well as internal equity.
The beginning of the wage range starts at $22.06/hr (approximately $45,890 annually).
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Reports To: Associate Director Workforce Training & Community Development
Job Summary
Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge and expertise in the area of workforce development and career readiness? Are you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you!
Our Workforce Training & Community Development team has an opening for a full-time Career Pathway Navigator who will be responsible for guiding applicants through the requirements of various program initiatives that provide tuition assistance, career navigation and other support services.
Specifically, as a Career Pathway Navigator, you will be assisting non-traditional students with achieving their education and employment goals by developing customized delivery service plans for each participant. Additionally, you will be evaluating and interpreting customer’s vocational/educational potential through aptitude and/or psychological assessments measuring interest, abilities, and work values. Furthermore, you will be collaborating with instructors and staff from other programs, as needed to enroll applicants into classes and monitor participants through their course of study until completion.
Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a wide array of students through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Essential Job Functions
Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assists individuals pursuing careers in high demand industries.
Corresponds with potential participants face to face, over the phone, or via email regarding program information, eligibly process and requirements, while thoroughly documenting in a case management system.
Schedules appointments with potential participants. Reviews and organizes applications and uploads them into a case management system.
Reviews participants’ files to ensure all documents are completed prior to being eligible for enrollment into programs and maintains file accuracy through program enrollment process.
Serves as a support/coach/advisor through the eligibility process.
Determines participants ability to be successful in class through assessments.
Identifies academic, social and personal barriers that affect student’s progress toward education and employment goals, and provides individualized guidance, connecting students with various resources and developing individualized action plans to address issues such as transportation, financial constraints, childcare, etc.
Manages participants through the process of completing eligibility requirements to receive assistance.
Facilitates various workshops, proctors required assessments and holds career navigation discussions with participants.
Collaborate with internal and external partners including other college programs, departments, committees as well as industry partners on the development and implementation of existing and future initiative programs, with a focus on creation of career pathways and articulation of programs between credit and non-credit programming.
Collaborates with participants, instructors and other program staff to ensure students are attending classes regularly and are making progress in their course of study; complete certification, and enter gainful employment upon completion.
Serves as a liaison/advisor/coach between students, educators, and industry and community partners.
Collaborates with other team members to examine and analyze current processes to determine if updates are needed to better serve participants.
Provides professional employment and training related services and activities to participants such as job searching, updating resumes, mock interviews and providing leads for interviews and employment opportunities including registered apprenticeships.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Public Administration, Business, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields and one (1) year of work experience in human services, career counseling, education or related area OR a combination of education and experience to total five (5) years.
Must be able to travel to and from meetings.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with instructors, coordinators and students.
Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Demonstrated ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
Anticipated schedule is Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm with occasional evening and Saturday based on class schedules and community events.
Work is performed either in or a combination of an office setting and/or classroom setting using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move frequently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computers.
Employment Status
Full-time, hourly position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
Wages are determined by considering the candidates education, experience as well as internal equity.
The beginning of the wage range starts at $22.06/hr (approximately $45,890 annually).
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Hawkeye Community College
Reports To: Project Coordinator, Strengthening Our Community Colleges Grant
Job Summary
Have you ever thought about helping others achieve their goals and potential? Are you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you.
The School of Applied Technologies is seeking a Pathway Navigator to join their team. This position is specially funded through a Strengthening Community Colleges grant through 2/28/2027.
As our Pathway Navigator, you work individually with students to successful completion of competency-based education (CBE) programs/courses. This is done by being a positive role model, maintaining regular contact with prospective students, current student and graduates in order to provide guidance to our students. Additionally, you assist student to overcome barriers to success in their chosen program and courses. The CBE model allows students flexibility in when they demonstrate their proficiency of specific student learning outcomes. Programs transitioning to CBE include Industrial Automation, HVAC and Welding.
Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a wide array of students through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Essential Job Functions
Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Leads recruitment efforts and the development and implementation of existing and future initiatives, with a focus on enrolling students in Career and Technical Education programs that utilize Competency Based Education (CBE).
Works with college and program student advisors to assist students in all aspects of academic and career planning, including program and course information, scheduling, registration, transferring, articulation and graduation requirements.
Collaborates with other department in the college to assist in success of all students.
Maintains regular contact with prospective students, students and graduates to provide, advice, guidance, and determine appropriate services to assist the individual in achieving their goals toward future education/training and/or employment.
Assists assigned students to overcome barriers to success in their chosen program and courses.
Maintains cooperative relationships with the Dean, supervisors, other faculty, the Advisory Committee, all divisions of the College, prospective employers, and the community.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Two years of advising, recruitment, promotions, admissions or related experience in an educational setting (Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Academic Advising, or a related field can substitute for one year of experience).
Demonstrated strong organizational, time management and planning skills.
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to positively interact with students, faculty, and staff and to compile data and write reports as required by grant activities.
Demonstrated leadership skills and administrative skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and maintain focus through completion of projects.
Demonstrated ability to manage grant activities in support of grant objectives with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
Post-secondary education teaching experience
Secondary Industrial Arts teaching experience
Working Conditions
Anticipated Schedule is Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 4:30pm with occasional evening hours.
Requires skills for succeeding in an office, classroom and/or industrial laboratory setting, using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is performed in an office, classroom, lab, and/or clinical setting. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.
Employment Status
Full-time, non-exempt, grant funded position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement/remission; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
This is a specially funded position through a Strengthening Community Colleges grant through 2/28/2027 with renewal of grant funding not anticipated.
Wages will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience
The wage range begins at $22.06/hr (approximately $45,890 annually).
Application Procedure
Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
Explain your knowledge of competency-based education as it relates to community college programming.
Explain your background in advising or student services.
Submit/upload a resume.
Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
Application deadline: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Priority screening will begin: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Completed applications, along with the required materials, received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college.
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Reports To: Project Coordinator, Strengthening Our Community Colleges Grant
Job Summary
Have you ever thought about helping others achieve their goals and potential? Are you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you.
The School of Applied Technologies is seeking a Pathway Navigator to join their team. This position is specially funded through a Strengthening Community Colleges grant through 2/28/2027.
As our Pathway Navigator, you work individually with students to successful completion of competency-based education (CBE) programs/courses. This is done by being a positive role model, maintaining regular contact with prospective students, current student and graduates in order to provide guidance to our students. Additionally, you assist student to overcome barriers to success in their chosen program and courses. The CBE model allows students flexibility in when they demonstrate their proficiency of specific student learning outcomes. Programs transitioning to CBE include Industrial Automation, HVAC and Welding.
Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a wide array of students through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs. Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Essential Job Functions
Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Leads recruitment efforts and the development and implementation of existing and future initiatives, with a focus on enrolling students in Career and Technical Education programs that utilize Competency Based Education (CBE).
Works with college and program student advisors to assist students in all aspects of academic and career planning, including program and course information, scheduling, registration, transferring, articulation and graduation requirements.
Collaborates with other department in the college to assist in success of all students.
Maintains regular contact with prospective students, students and graduates to provide, advice, guidance, and determine appropriate services to assist the individual in achieving their goals toward future education/training and/or employment.
Assists assigned students to overcome barriers to success in their chosen program and courses.
Maintains cooperative relationships with the Dean, supervisors, other faculty, the Advisory Committee, all divisions of the College, prospective employers, and the community.
Participates in campus committees as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Two years of advising, recruitment, promotions, admissions or related experience in an educational setting (Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Academic Advising, or a related field can substitute for one year of experience).
Demonstrated strong organizational, time management and planning skills.
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to positively interact with students, faculty, and staff and to compile data and write reports as required by grant activities.
Demonstrated leadership skills and administrative skills.
Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and maintain focus through completion of projects.
Demonstrated ability to manage grant activities in support of grant objectives with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications
Post-secondary education teaching experience
Secondary Industrial Arts teaching experience
Working Conditions
Anticipated Schedule is Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 4:30pm with occasional evening hours.
Requires skills for succeeding in an office, classroom and/or industrial laboratory setting, using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is performed in an office, classroom, lab, and/or clinical setting. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.
Employment Status
Full-time, non-exempt, grant funded position with comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement/remission; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).
This is a specially funded position through a Strengthening Community Colleges grant through 2/28/2027 with renewal of grant funding not anticipated.
Wages will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience
The wage range begins at $22.06/hr (approximately $45,890 annually).
Application Procedure
Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
Submit/upload a cover letter addressing the following:
Explain your knowledge of competency-based education as it relates to community college programming.
Explain your background in advising or student services.
Submit/upload a resume.
Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
Application deadline: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Priority screening will begin: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Completed applications, along with the required materials, received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college.
Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity . The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov .
If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.
Illinois Department of Human Services
Psychologist II - # 53234
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website:
*** MUST APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE **** (Please copy and paste the link below to your browser)
https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/53234/
Agency : Department of Human Services
Location: Kankakee, Illinois, 60901
Job Requisition ID: 53234
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: 02/23/2026
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,589 - $9,541 per month ($79,068 - $114,492 per year)
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 3
Plan/BU: RC063
***MUST APPLY ONLINE ***
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 53234
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 Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Psychologist 2 for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to provide intensive psychotherapy and in-depth counseling to individuals living at the Shapiro Center. Develops and executes treatment plans. Documents treatment. Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team. Serves as a resource to less experienced Psychologists.
Essential Functions
Provides intensive psychotherapy and in-depth counseling to individuals living at Shapiro Center.
Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Teams by conveying individual progress information to the Team for assigned individuals.
Scores and interprets both objective and projective psychological evaluations for assigned caseload.
Completes psychological assessment upon an individual’s admission to the Shapiro Center and every five (5) years thereafter unless more frequent assessments are clinically indicated.
Completes required reports, schedules, forms and correspondence in a timely manner and by the established due dates.
Provides training and instruction to direct care and professional staff with emphasis on behavioral modification and skill development.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to a doctoral degree in psychology from a recognized college or university supplemented by one (1) year of professional experience in psychology. For candidates not possessing these qualifications, a master’s degree in psychology from a recognized college or university is a minimum requirement.
If the minimum educational requirement is met, four (4) years’ qualifying professional psychology experience may be substituted for the doctoral degree in psychology and one (1) years’ experience.
This class in included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as medically necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
Requires the ability travel in the performance of job duties.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
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.
Work Hours: See below:
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, working one early shift a month (choice of: 6:00am - 2:30pm or 6:30am - 3:00pm) one late shift a month (choice of 12:00pm - 8:30pm or 12:30pm - 9:00pm or 1:00pm – 9:30pm or 1:30pm - 10:00pm) and one weekend day per month (choice of Saturday or Sunday, 8:00am - 4:30pm), with a 30-minute unpaid lunch Work Location: 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Shapiro Center
Residential Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Job Family: Health Services; Social Services
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
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Must apply online.
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:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Psychologist II - # 53234
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website:
*** MUST APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE **** (Please copy and paste the link below to your browser)
https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/53234/
Agency : Department of Human Services
Location: Kankakee, Illinois, 60901
Job Requisition ID: 53234
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: 02/23/2026
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,589 - $9,541 per month ($79,068 - $114,492 per year)
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 3
Plan/BU: RC063
***MUST APPLY ONLINE ***
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 53234
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 Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Psychologist 2 for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to provide intensive psychotherapy and in-depth counseling to individuals living at the Shapiro Center. Develops and executes treatment plans. Documents treatment. Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team. Serves as a resource to less experienced Psychologists.
Essential Functions
Provides intensive psychotherapy and in-depth counseling to individuals living at Shapiro Center.
Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Teams by conveying individual progress information to the Team for assigned individuals.
Scores and interprets both objective and projective psychological evaluations for assigned caseload.
Completes psychological assessment upon an individual’s admission to the Shapiro Center and every five (5) years thereafter unless more frequent assessments are clinically indicated.
Completes required reports, schedules, forms and correspondence in a timely manner and by the established due dates.
Provides training and instruction to direct care and professional staff with emphasis on behavioral modification and skill development.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to a doctoral degree in psychology from a recognized college or university supplemented by one (1) year of professional experience in psychology. For candidates not possessing these qualifications, a master’s degree in psychology from a recognized college or university is a minimum requirement.
If the minimum educational requirement is met, four (4) years’ qualifying professional psychology experience may be substituted for the doctoral degree in psychology and one (1) years’ experience.
This class in included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as medically necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
Requires the ability travel in the performance of job duties.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
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.
Work Hours: See below:
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, working one early shift a month (choice of: 6:00am - 2:30pm or 6:30am - 3:00pm) one late shift a month (choice of 12:00pm - 8:30pm or 12:30pm - 9:00pm or 1:00pm – 9:30pm or 1:30pm - 10:00pm) and one weekend day per month (choice of Saturday or Sunday, 8:00am - 4:30pm), with a 30-minute unpaid lunch Work Location: 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Shapiro Center
Residential Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Job Family: Health Services; Social Services
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
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Must apply online.
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:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
WOWT
About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WOWT: WOWT is a modern facility equipped with state of the art technology, and with our leading broadcast news we provide award winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Omaha is one of the most progressive cities in the Midwest with a strong market supported by several national industries. The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions that can’t be matched, from the World Famous Henry Doorly Zoo, to the NCAA Men’s College World Series. Omaha is popular for our downtown which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market.
Job Summary/Description:
Love the thrill of the pitch and the buzz of the close? Join WOWT First Alert 6 – an award-winning Gray Media powerhouse with a legacy of excellence and a future that’s all about what’s next. We’re looking for an experienced Media Executive who turns business goals into bold, multi-platform campaigns—and has fun doing it.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
Grow revenue by expanding existing accounts and winning net-new business.
Own the mix across TV + digital: OTT/Streaming, targeted email, programmatic display/video, paid social, YouTube, SEM/SEO, and more.
Build trust: create strong client relationships and translate business goals into creative, data-backed campaigns.
Plan. Propose. Perform: collaborate on strategy, present solutions, then execute and optimize.
Prospect, pitch, close—retain and grow.
Crush activity targets, deliver thorough, accurate forecasts, and be an awesome teammate.
Flex your schedule for client needs and occasional events outside regular hours.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Have a proven track record of multi-platform selling that increases revenue and share.
Are a high-character, self-motivated team player with excellent organization.
Get energized by new business and strategic planning—you like to win.
Have built solid relationships and know how digital solutions amplify a client’s campaign.
Bring media sales experience and genuinely enjoy working with people.
Interested applicants can go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your cover letter, resume, and references.
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. )
WOWT First Alert 6/Gray Media is a drug-free company.
About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WOWT: WOWT is a modern facility equipped with state of the art technology, and with our leading broadcast news we provide award winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Omaha is one of the most progressive cities in the Midwest with a strong market supported by several national industries. The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions that can’t be matched, from the World Famous Henry Doorly Zoo, to the NCAA Men’s College World Series. Omaha is popular for our downtown which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market.
Job Summary/Description:
Love the thrill of the pitch and the buzz of the close? Join WOWT First Alert 6 – an award-winning Gray Media powerhouse with a legacy of excellence and a future that’s all about what’s next. We’re looking for an experienced Media Executive who turns business goals into bold, multi-platform campaigns—and has fun doing it.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
Grow revenue by expanding existing accounts and winning net-new business.
Own the mix across TV + digital: OTT/Streaming, targeted email, programmatic display/video, paid social, YouTube, SEM/SEO, and more.
Build trust: create strong client relationships and translate business goals into creative, data-backed campaigns.
Plan. Propose. Perform: collaborate on strategy, present solutions, then execute and optimize.
Prospect, pitch, close—retain and grow.
Crush activity targets, deliver thorough, accurate forecasts, and be an awesome teammate.
Flex your schedule for client needs and occasional events outside regular hours.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Have a proven track record of multi-platform selling that increases revenue and share.
Are a high-character, self-motivated team player with excellent organization.
Get energized by new business and strategic planning—you like to win.
Have built solid relationships and know how digital solutions amplify a client’s campaign.
Bring media sales experience and genuinely enjoy working with people.
Interested applicants can go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your cover letter, resume, and references.
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. )
WOWT First Alert 6/Gray Media is a drug-free company.
