Hiring & Speech Technician II – # 58139
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Agency: Department of Human Services
Location: Park Forest, Illinois, 60466
Job Requisition ID: 58139
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 08/28/2026
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $4,272 – $5,641 per month ($51,264 – $67,692 per year) + bilingual pay
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC028
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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Posting Identification Number 58139
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Position Overview
Under direct supervision, provides Speech, Language and Hearing programs and services at Ludeman Developmental Center. Conducts routine communication training programs under the direction and guidance of the Hearing and Speech Specialist; assists in development and utilization of program materials and techniques; assists in the development and preparation of communication devices; organizes, schedules and conducts clinical hearing and speech assessments and therapy services; prepares and presents the Annual Speech and Language Assessment Review report for the individual Services Plan meeting; maintains routine records, progress notes, and data collection sheets; attends and actively participates in mandatory training. Utilizes manual communication skills with individuals who are deaf and/or hard of hearing.
Essential Functions
- Provides Speech, Language and Hearing programs and services at Ludeman Center.
- Assists in development and utilization of program materials and techniques for carrying out speech, language and hearing therapy.
- Assists the hearing and speech specialist in the development and preparation of communication devices.
- Organizes, schedules and conducts clinical hearing and speech assessments and therapy services for Clinical and Behavioral Services.
- Prepares and presents the Annual Speech and Language Assessment Review report for the individual Services Plan meeting.
- Maintains routine records, progress notes, and data collection sheets.
- Attends and actively participates in mandatory training.
- 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 the completion of two (2) years of college with courses in social science, psychology and education or related field.
- Requires ability to communicate in sign language at an advanced skill level.
Conditions of Employment
- 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: Mon – Fri, 8:00am – 4:30pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch
Work Location: 114 N Orchard Dr, Park Forest, Illinois, 60466
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Ludeman Center
Clinical and Behavioral Services
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Job Family: Health Services; Social Services
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)
10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity 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)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Must apply online.
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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