MENTAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATOR I

Job Requisition ID: 59281 
Opening Date: 10/13/2026
Closing Date: 10/26/2026
Agency:  Department of Human Services
Class Title:  MENTAL HEALTH ADMINISTRATOR I - 26811 
Skill Option:  None  
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary:  Anticipated Salary: $6,135 - $8,790 per month ($73,620 - $105,480 per year)
Job Type:  Salaried
Category:  Full Time  
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 
Work Hours : Mon-Fri, 1 early, 1 late, rotating weekend & holiday coverage

7:45 AM - 4:15 PM Early shift choice of 6:00 AM- 2:30 PM or 6:30 AM- 3:00 PM Late Shift choice of 12:00PM- 8:30 PM, 12:30 PM-9:00 PM, 1:00 PM- 9:30 PM, 1:30-10:00 PM 
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability : Not available, fully in office
Headquarter Location : 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901

Division of Developmental Disabilities 

Shapiro Developmental Center

Residential Unit 502

Work County : Kankakee
Agency Contact : View email address on us.fitly.work  

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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 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.

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.

Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Mental Health Administrator I for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to direct and guide the activities and services of direct care and ancillary program staff in the implementation of care and treatment programs for intellectually disabled individuals served by Shapiro Center. Assigns, directs, supervises staff in the implementation of treatment and habilitation plans including completion of tasks such as quality assurance checks, data collection, analysis, implementation of department of public health regulations and other applicable rules and regulations. Provides direction and guidance with regards to behavioral problems. Implements, directs, and monitors disciplinary action for the residential department. Develops and implements policy that impacts services at Shapiro Center. Ensures individuals health and medical needs are met. Reviews residential area locations to ensure physical plant is clean and homelike. Verifies compliance with Shapiro Center, Department of Human Services (DHS), Public Health and other regulatory agency policies, standards and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Directs and guides the activities and services of direct care and ancillary program staff in the implementation of care and treatment programs for intellectually disabled individuals served by Shapiro Center.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Monitors implementation of programming, evaluating each plan’s effectiveness.
• Assigns, directs, supervises staff in the implementation of treatment and habilitation plans including completion of tasks such as quality assurance checks, data collection, analysis, implementation of department of public health regulations and other applicable rules and regulations.
• Reviews physical plant to ensure equipment in in good repair and proper working order, areas are clean and homelike, painting/repair work has been completed.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to a master’s degree in administration, education or the behavioral sciences and successful completion of a comprehensive training program at the Mental Health Administrator Trainee level OR Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in or applicable to the provision of therapeutic patient services for persons with mental illness or intellectual disabilities. OR Three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in, or applicable to the care, treatment and development of persons with mental illness or intellectual disabilities. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience directing and guiding the activities and services of a direct care program for intellectually disabled individuals for a public or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional experience monitoring implementation of programs, evaluating the plans effectiveness.
• Three (3) years of professional experience developing and implementing policy impacting services for a public or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional supervisory experience assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance and training to staff.
• Three (3) years of professional experience developing and implementing quality assurance reviews for a public or private organization

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to successfully complete a department training program designed specifically for the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional before the completion of his/her probationary period.
• Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as 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 to travel in the performance of job duties.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

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)
• Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard 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: 

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

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the Current Employee Guide at or by logging in to the for State employees and viewing the instructions on .

Non-State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the External Applicant Guide at or from – click in the footer of every page of the website.

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of the 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 via the Employee Login link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to their career portal. 

Non-State employees should click the Sign Up link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to an existing external account or to create a new external account.

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:

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