The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking a Public Service Supervisor to join the team at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute (CMHI). This is a full-time opportunity.

The Public Service Supervisor will provide supervision and oversight to the Security and Training Departments, as well as assist facility leadership to ensure efficacy in facility operations. Some of the main duties will include supervising and evaluating the work of subordinates along with recommending personnel actions related to selection, disciplinary procedures, performance, leaves, grievances, work schedules, and assignments. This position will also provide executive support by investigating, researching, collating, and summarizing information for requests for information, employee grievances, human rights complaints, tort claims, and investigations into employee misconduct.

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

CMHI provides active inpatient treatment to adults in need of acute psychiatric care. The facility offers several services including individualized treatment plans. Support for patients with special education needs to continue their education is provided, and individuals are encouraged to collaborate with staff members in formulating their own plan. Medication, group counseling, and activities therapies might be included as well. If you enjoy helping adults and families connect with mental health and disabilities services, this is a great opportunity to consider.

We have a great total compensation package, including:

• Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) (Employee contributes 6.29%/State of Iowa contributes 9.44%)
• Retirement Investors Club (RIC) (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan) (State of Iowa matches up to $75/month)
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (See below for additional information)
• Vacation Leave (96 hours/year to begin, and increases with years of service)
• Sick Leave (144 hours/year)
• Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance ($20,000 paid for by the State of Iowa)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

Additional Qualification Requirements

Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, persons in this class may be required to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and endorsements..