Psychologist II

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13757339 **Job Requisition ID:**58904**\ Opening Date:**09/24/2026**\ Closing Date:**10/07/2026**\ Agency:**Illinois Department of Human Services**\ Salary:**Anticipated Salary: \$6,820 - \$9,875 per month (\$81,840 - \$118,500 per year)**\ Job Type:**Salaried**\ Category:**Full Time**\ Number of Vacancies:**1**\ Work Hours:** See below: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm -1 early shift a month choice 6:00AM-2:30PM or 6:30AM -3:00PM 1 late shift a month choice of 12:00PM-8:30PM, 12:30PM-9:00PM, 1:00PM-9:30PM or 1:30PM-10:00PM 1 weekend day a month 8:00AM-4:30PM**\ Headquarter Location:** 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901 **Work County:** Kankakee**\ Agency Contact:** \*\*\*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 theAdditional Documentssection 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 youre helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.\ No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 individuals 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 aboveConditions 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. **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.