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Job Requisition ID: 59721
Opening Date: 11/04/2026
Closing Date: 11/18/2026
Agency: Illinois Department of Human Services
Skill Option: Speech Language Pathology
Bilingual Option: Manual Communication (Sign)
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,820 - $9,875 per month ($81,840 - $118,500 per year) + bilingual pay
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours: See below: 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday; working 6:00am - 2:30pm and 12:30pm - 9:00pm 2 days per month (candidate's choice of day), 1-hour unpaid lunch, Clinical
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office
Headquarter Location: 114 N Orchard Dr, Park Forest, Illinois, 60466
Work County: Cook
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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. 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 bigger something 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 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 Hearing and Speech Specialist for the Ludeman Developmental Center located in Park Forest, Illinois to provide comprehensive speech and language services for assigned individuals. Conducts assessments of communication disorders. Develops activities and programs to stimulate the development of speech and language. Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (ID), develops individual comprehensive service plans, and prepares detailed written and verbal reports. Utilizes manual communication skills with individuals who are deaf and/hard-of-hearing.
Essential Functions
Provides professional clinical services to individuals regarding testing, evaluation, and development of a regimen of treatment and therapy for resolution of communication, swallowing and/or hearing disorders.
Serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (ID), develops a comprehensive service plan which optimally meets each assigned individuals needs.
Signs for individuals who are deaf and/or hear-of-hearing.
Prepares detailed written and verbal reports of assessments, treatment, counseling, recommendations, and analysis of treatment plans.
Provides clinical supervision to students, lower-level staff and other speech-language-audiology service providers in the form of direction, counseling and technical review for college students assigned for internship training and clinical practicum.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires possession of a masters degree in speech-language pathology or audiology from an approved program.
Requires a license to practice speech-language pathology or audiology from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (DFPR).
Requires a valid, current Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsement as a speech-language pathologist (either teaching or non-teaching) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Requires the ability to communicate in sign language at an advanced skill level.
Conditions of Employment
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.
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.
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.
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 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)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
