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ACTIVITY THERAPIST (UMP)

Job Requisition ID: 46303
Opening Date: 05/16/2025

Closing Date: 05/30/2025
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: ACTIVITY THERAPIST - 00157 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Eff 7/1/25) $5,148 - $7,227 per month ($61,776 - $86,724 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062
Merit Comp Code: 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

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.

 

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.

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 an Activity Therapist for the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center located in Anna, Illinois to develop and implement direct therapy and therapeutic activity programs for individuals. Serves as a member of the treatment team.  Formulates treatment plans, writes program notes, makes detailed analysis and evaluation of assigned individual needs and their responses to treatment and formulates realistic discharge plans. Plans, organizes and directs activities according to individual treatment plans. Completes activity therapy assessments and compiles evaluation data for the development of habilitation plans; evaluates complex behaviors and reactions relative to individuals served reaction with activities and leisure time; establishes and coordinates types and schedules of activity programs.

Essential Functions

  • Develops and implements direct therapy and therapeutic activity programs for individuals served at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center.

  • Serves as a member of the treatment team.

  • Completes assessments on assigned cases, implementing therapeutic modalities and documenting such as determined by center and departmental policies and procedures.

  • Orders and stocks supplies and equipment for various activities.

  • Monitors and maintains adequate resources and verifies a safe environment for individuals served and staff.

  • Assists in providing in-service training for both activity and non-activity staff.

  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires a bachelor's degree with a major in therapeutic recreation, music therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, drama therapy, leisure studies or recreation with a specialization in recreational therapy, including successful completion of an approved internship, fieldwork or practicum.

  • This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.

  • Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.

  • Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.

  • Requires the ability to 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: Tuesday - Saturday, 12:00pm - 8:30pm, 1-hour unpaid lunch 
Work Location: 1000 N Main St, Anna, Illinois, 62906-1652  

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Choate Mental Health & Developmental Center

Rehab Services - Activity Therapy
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Posting Group: Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need 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 & part-time 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: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program.  General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.

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 Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com 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 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.

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:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

Date Posted
05/25/2025
Job Reference
46303-en_US
Organization
State of Illinois
Location
Anna, IL 62906
Category
Mental Health/Social Services
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