Job Requisition ID: 48949
Closing Date/Time: 08/18/2025
Agency: Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Class Title: ACTIVITY PROGRAM AIDE II - 00152
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $3,719 - $4,877/Monthly; CBA language applies; Anticipated starting salary $3,719/monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 3
Plan/BU: RC009 Institutional Employees, AFSCME
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, you’re part of something bigger—something 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
- Requires one (1) year of experience in the field of activity program service.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- One (1) year knowledge of the principles of care, treatment, and supervision of the residents.
- One (1) year experience in observing resident behavior and/or reactions and reporting such behavior and/or reactions.
- One (1) year experience in instructing and directing individual or small group activities and maintaining resident interest and participation in the activities.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Requires the ability to pass a background check.
- Requires the ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
- Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
- Requires the ability to stand for the duration of the shift, aside from official breaks and lunch period.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid drivers license.
- Requires ability acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
- This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends. This also requires the ability to work in a 24 hour on call capacity.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m. w/1 late night (10:00a.m.-6:00p.m.) EOW
Work Location: 1 Veterans Dr, Manteno, Illinois, 60950
Agency Contact: IDVA.HR.APPLICANTS@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Social Services
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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