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1315 Lehman Drive, Chester, Randolph County, Illinois, 62233, USA
Listed on 2026-09-21
Listing for:
State of Illinois - Department of Human Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-21
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Government Administration -
Government
Government Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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, your part of something bigger 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 Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire an Office Associate for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois to perform a variety of complex specialized keyboarding and clerical functions for the Worker’s Compensation Coordinator and other facility departments. Gathers documents pertaining to service-connected injuries for review by the Worker’s Compensation Coordinator. Inputs all inventoried items from requisitions, items received as recorded on receiving reports and cost adjustments for received items.
Utilizes a personal computer or typewriter to keyboard/type general correspondence, reports, etc. to Serves as back-up to the various business office departments. Sorts all incoming facility mail.
Essential Functions
- Performs a variety of complex specialized keyboarding and clerical functions for the facility.
- Inputs all inventory items from requisitions.
- Utilizes a personal computer or typewriter to keyboard/type general correspondence, reports, etc.
- Serves as back-up to the payroll/timekeeping office with various functions in areas of Personnel Services, including employee schedules.
- Sorts all incoming facility mail.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Position Requirements
High School,
1+ Years
work experience Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
- Requires two (2) years of office experience.
- Requires ability to keyboard accurately at 45 wpm.
- Requires ability to utilize commonly used manual and automated office equipment.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
Additional Information / Benefits
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)
Contact Information
Contact Name: State of Illinois - Department of Human Services
Contact Phone: 3124970396
Preferred method of contact: Email with CV via Application Box below.
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