Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional Surveyor ; Health Facilities Surveyor

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional Surveyor 1 (HEALTH FACILITIES SURVEYOR I)

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The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual to serve as Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional Surveyor 1 within the Division of Field Operations. This individual will conduct surveys of facilities, including state licensure, federal certification and complaint surveys. The Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional Surveyor 1 will provide expertise on issues involving developmental disabilities and is responsible for preparing written survey documentation, testifying in court and performing monitoring functions.

Under general supervision, surveys facilities to determine compliance with state licensure requirements, federal certification mandates, and Department directives, program policies and procedures. Travels to conduct routine health and safety surveys to determine the compliance with state and federal requirements. Interviews facility residents, staff, administrators, health care providers and other individuals. Provides technical support on issues related to compliance with regulations associated with psychiatric disorders and related areas.

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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

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• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs
  -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

• Under general supervision, surveys…