IVH-Q SOCIAL WORKER II (UMP)

Job Requisition ID: 54380Opening Date: 03/20/2026Closing Date: 04/02/2026Agency: Department of Veterans' AffairsClass Title: SOCIAL WORKER II (41412) Skill Option: UMP Credential Bilingual Option: NoneSalary: $6,242-$9,021/Monthly; CBA language applies; Anticipated starting salary $6,242/MonthlyJob Type: SalariedCategory: Full Time County: AdamsNumber of Vacancies: 2Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators, Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators, and Physicians AFSCMEMerit 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.

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. Essential Functions:

Provides professional social work services to residents through the casework process with personal problems related to retirement, aging, and separation from their home communities.

Coordinates the treatment and goals for assigned caseload, including those of an advanced complexity level.

Completes assessments or Initial Social Service Evaluations to include Mental Status Exam, Depression Scale and Suicide Risk for all new resident admissions to the facility.

In compliance with Medicare and HIPAA regulations, provides individual and/or group psychotherapy services, to enable each resident to live in the least restrictive environment possible.

Assists residents with adjustment to changes in lifestyle, health and aging through individual and/or group therapeutic processes.

Performs and/or assists with crisis intervention/conflict resolution with residents, families and/or staff and assists residents with discharge plans.

Prepares social history and other consents and releases on all newly admitted residents for use by the interdisciplinary team to provide information regarding personal/family history of mental health issues, spirituality, and strengths.

Assists nursing supervisors with resident interviews concerning complaints, grievances, allegations of abuse, neglect, or misappropriations.

• Serves as a liaison between families and caregivers.
• Serves as a resource person to Social Service Program Planners and provides training/in-services as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a master's degree in social work from a recognized college or university supplemented by one (1) year of professional social work experience in the evaluation and treatment/habilitation of mentally ill, developmentally disabled, or other disabled persons.

• May require the School Social Worker Endorsement from the Illinois State Board of Education.
• When hiring from an open competitive list, candidates who are licensed clinical social workers may be preferred.
• This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers working knowledge of the theories and assumptions underlying the social work field.
• Prefers working knowledge of basic principles and techniques in the social work field.
• Prefers working knowledge of the employing agency's rules and regulations covering the social work field.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience preparing complex written and oral reports.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience creating treatment plans.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience preparing social history reports.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience assisting with plans for behavioral changes.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to pass a background check.
• Requires the ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
• Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
• Requires ability acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.

Overtime is a condition or employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive.

We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans’ Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges.

A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.

Benefits Package

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas (where applicable)
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.

Pension Plan

• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

Work Hours: 8:00AM-4:30PM; Mon-FriHeadquarter Location: 1707 N 12Th St, Quincy, Illinois, 62301Work County: AdamsAgency Contact: IDVA.HR.APPLICANTS@ILLINOIS.GOVPosting Group: Social Services

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles.

To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

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.

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