Illinois Department of Human Services

Under general supervision, serves as a designated lead worker to lower level staff; directs, instructs, and participates in the preparation of foods for the Shapiro Developmental Center; utilizes a personal computer to generate general spreadsheets and review recipes; prepares reports of daily cooking operations and the results of informal in-service training; operates standard cooking equipment; directs, instructs and participates in the cleaning of cooking equipment, work area and other equipment to maintain sanitary and safe working conditions. Ensures compliance with Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), Illinois Department of Public Health {IDPH), Central Management Services (CMS), Department of Human Services (OHS) and Center policies and procedures.  Job Responsibilities Serves as designated lead worker to lower level Coordinates menus with current and anticipated food Directs, instructs and participates in the preparation of meats, vegetables, and designated foods as required by menus. Utilizes a personal computer to generate general spreadsheets and review recipes. Prepares reports of daily cooking operations and the results of informal in-service training; assumes duties of superior in his/her  Operates standard cooking equipment, e. mixers, convection ovens, steamers, kettles, deep fryer, grill, slicer, etc.  Directs, instructs and participates in the cleaning of cooking equipment, work area and other equipment to maintain sanitary and safe working Ensures compliance with HFS, IDPH, CMS, OHS and Center policies and procedures. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of high Requires two years of cooking experience, which provides extensive knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in preparing food on a large-scale Requires possession of a valid Food Service Sanitation Certificate issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health OR requires possession of a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP).  Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated education and experience requirements for this class.  Requires working knowledge of health and safety requirements of a food  Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.   Work Hours: 11 am - 7:30 pm, Rotating days off with every 3rd weekend off

Position Overview Under direct supervision, for a period not to exceed twelve months, receives formal and informal training in the principles, techniques, procedures and policies related to assisting persons with disabilities under the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Waiver, Brain Injury (Bl) Waiver, or AIDS Waiver who rely on Spanish as their primary language to live independently in the community and/or their own place of residence with needed supports essential to maintaining an independent lifestyle. Communicates in Spanish to those individuals who do not read or speak English. Travels in the performance of duties to individual's home to interview applicants to determine risk of nursing home placement and eligibility for DRS Home Services Program; physically enters and visually assesses the home environment for suitability and planning of service.   Job Responsibilities Receives on-the-job training by assisting in a program of case finding, participating in home visits for the purpose of conducting initial interviews to determine program eligibility by physically entering and visually assessing the home environment for suitability and planning of service, arranging medical, psychological and vocational assessments, and arranging for rehabilitation services for customers in the Division's Home Services Program. Gradually assumes responsibility for a full district caseload. Communicates in Spanish to those individuals who do not read or speak English. Travels in the performance of duties. Studies and becomes proficient in utilizing the Division's case management Attends and participates in staff meetings, conferences, workshops and in-service training related to the discipline of rehabilitation counseling and the home services Studies and analyzes techniques applicable to the guidance and counseling of persons with Observes and practices interviewing and counseling techniques. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated   Minimum Qualifications Requires possession of a Master's degree from a college or university program accredited by the Council on Rehabilitation Education (CORE).  Or Requires a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation administration, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, deaf education, special education, social work, sociology, gerontology, nursing, or a closely related  This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Under general supervision, reviews complex material to be typed, processed and filed. Types a variety of routine forms, form letters, cards and  records.  Performs  functions  requiring interaction with recipients/clients which regularly involve translating for Spanish speaking individuals.