State of Illinois·Kankakee, Illinois
Perform professional behavioral analysis and develop program systems for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Train staff in behavior analysis techniques and collaborate with inter-disciplinary teams to update habilitation plans.
Performs professional behavioral analysis for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Provides guidance and direction to Interdisciplinary Team members in the implementation of behavioral procedures to modify individuals’ behavior and assists in the development and implementation of specialized projects.
Serves as a member of the Inter-disciplinary Team to develop, review and update assigned individuals habilitation plans.
Integrates facility and community-based services to meet each individual’s needs.
Verifies treatment procedures, restraints and seclusion are implemented only under proper approval and in compliance with facility and department regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
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 utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
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: See below: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, Saturday/Sunday off, working one early shift (choice of: 6:00am - 2:30pm or 6:30am - 3:00pm) one late shift (choice of 12:00pm - 8:30pm or 12:30pm - 9:00pm or 1:00pm – 9:30pm or 1:30pm - 10:00pm) and rotating weekend and holiday coverage, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch Headquarter Location: 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901 Division of Developmental Disabilities Shapiro Center Behavioral & Quality Enhancement Work County: Kankakee 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)
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Requires a current BCBA or BCBA-D certification and one year of professional experience in applied behavior analysis. A master's or doctoral degree is required to obtain the necessary certifications.
Market context
In Illinois, Behavior Analyst I roles typically draw steady demand in schools, clinics, and other service settings that support behavioral intervention. Competition is often shaped by BCBA or BCBA-D certification, graduate-level preparation, and prior applied behavior analysis experience, along with benefits such as health, dental, life insurance, paid holidays, and paid parental leave. If you are considering applying, confirm your certification status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time before tailoring your application.
