DENTIST I

Job Requisition ID : 44962

Agency : Department of Human Services

Class Title : DENTIST I - 11751

Skill Option : None

Bilingual Option : None

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

Closing Date / Time : 03 / 11 / 2025

Salary : Anticipated Salary : $7,491 - $11,015 per month ($89,892 - $132,180 per year)

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Kankakee

Number of Vacancies : 1

Plan / BU : RC063

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement / labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

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.

Posting Identification Number 44962

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Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Dentist I for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to perform dental and routine oral surgical service. Examines, treats and provides complete dental care for the individuals at Shapiro Center, including teeth and gums and treatment of oral disease, infections and preventative care. Assists in conducting staff training and individual training on proper dental hygiene techniques. Provides routine dental follow-up.

Essential Functions

• Performs dental and routine oral surgical service.
• Consults with members of the Interdisciplinary Team and other professionals in development and implementation of a habilitation plan for each individual.
• Maintains records of dental treatments.
• Assists the Dentist II in conducting staff training and individual training on proper dental hygiene techniques.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm, 30-minute unpaid lunch

Work Location : 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Shapiro Center

Dental Services

Agency Contact : DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Posting Group : Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency :

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need 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 :

For more information about our benefits please follow this link : https : / / www2.illinois.gov / cms / benefits / Pages / default.aspx

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