Security Officer (UMP) - Chester Mental Health Center

About the role

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery of the Illinois Department of Human Services is hiring a Security Officer for the Chester Mental Health Center in Chester, Illinois. The officer provides safety and protection to the facility, patients and staff on the grounds on an assigned shift. The position is salaried, full time, 30 hours per week, with a 30-minute paid lunch, and is open to applicants who are authorized to work in the United States.

Key responsibilities

• Provide safety and protection to the facility, patients and staff on an assigned shift
• Inspect the parking area and enforce parking and traffic violations, making sure employees and authorized vehicles are properly secured
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure doors and windows are secure
• Allow patients access to the recreation area and manage patient exits while keeping accurate counts
• Drive state-owned vehicles to pick up and deliver mail, make bank deposits, run pharmacies or collect items ordered by patients
• Assist internal operations in emergencies or serious security situations, and perform other duties as assigned

Required profile

• High school level knowledge, skill and mental development; state employees in the Upward Mobility Program may have requirements waived after passing proficiency tests and training
• Preferred: two years of experience with security requirements and regulations, security enforcement practices, emergency response procedures (fire safety) and responding to security breaches
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass the IDHS background check and a drug screen
• Ability to climb stairs, chase runaways, physically restrain individuals, work after hours and weekends, work in a 24-hour on-call capacity, use office equipment and travel
• Must obtain and maintain a CPR certificate and become OIG rule 50.3 certified within 90 days

What we offer

• Anticipated salary of $5,096-$7,291 per month ($61,152-$87,492 per year)
• Pension program and competitive group insurance (health, life, dental, vision)
• 12 paid sick days, 13 paid holidays, 10-25 vacation days and 3 personal business days
• Flexible schedules where available, 12 weeks of parental leave and deferred compensation program
• Pre-tax programs, GI Bill benefits for veterans and a 5% salary differential for bilingual positions

Applications must be submitted electronically through the State of Illinois online application system; applications by email or paper are not accepted. The position is union-covered.