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Friday, January 16, 2009
Illinois Department of Central Management Services: Disparate,Indifferent and Nefarious Employment Practices
My God’s Word says “…Touch not the head of my anointed…” All those who have persecuted me and others, my God will persecute and destroy them. In the words of a Gospel singer, “How great is my God, sing with me; How great is my God, and all will see; How great, How great is our God.”
Update: January 21, 2009
This message was posted on President Barack Obama's website.
Sir, since you are officially President of the United States and you are dedicated to work toward the restoration of jobs, what will you do about the employment practices of the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS)?
On January 5, 2009 I talked to Mr. Dale McElroy of the Human Resources Department for Ludeman Center in Park Forest Illinois. I was applying for the position of Social Worker II. Mr. McElroy informed me the position was open but that I needed a passing grade from CMS to apply. Because of the nefarious and contentious acts of CMS, I was not able to obtain this employment position.
On January 5, 2009 I attempted to give Mr. Dale McElroy this cover letter with my curriculum vitae before he informed me I needed a passing grade from CMS.
January 5, 2009
Mr. Dale McElroy, Human Resources
Ludeman Center – Building 60
114 North Orchard Drive
Park Forest, Illinois 60466
Re: Employment Letter of Interest – Psychologist II & Social Worker II
I have a Bachelor Degree in General Studies, focusing on Social Science, and a Master Degree in Community Counseling from Chicago’s Roosevelt University. I have completed core classes toward a PhD in Human Services with a focus on Social Policy Analysis and Planning with Walden University. I expect my PhD in February 2009.
My curriculum vitae will illustrate and demonstrate vast knowledge areas of human/social service. I have worked extensively with mental health clients for community-based organizations. In some of these positions, I have worked as a supervisor. My supervisory positions from May 2008 through March 1995 include:
(1) I was responsible for the supervision of 4 staff delivering clinical substance abuse treatment in a therapeutic community to clients/inmates participating in the Sheridan Project at Sheridan Correctional Center. In addition to these duties, I assumed responsibility for overseeing counselors in the absence of other supervisors; (2) I supervised 6 staff for the daily operation of the psychosocial day treatment program and rehabilitation groups. I produced and tracked monthly and quarterly reports of all statistical data and on-site employee training of contractual agreements with the Office of Mental Health for Community Mental Health Council, Inc.; (3) I supervised 7 staff and monitored the development, direction and implementation of contractual obligations and daily operations of various programs for Olive Branch Mission’s division of homeless services; (4) I was the Director of the Human Resource Development Institute, Inc.’s mental health housing program supervising 33 staff, which 3 staff were supervisors, responsible for the daily operations of three residential houses for their mentally challenged clients, along with planning and implementing a variety of quality improvement programs, especially in the area of clinical services. In another capacity prior to this assignment, I supervised their Early Childhood program where I was responsible for the daily operation supervising 6 staff. In addition, I assisted with writing proposals for the mental health program; and (5) I was a Group Home supervisor for Nahamani Family Service Center, Inc. supervising 6 adolescent child care staff, coordinated in-service training, day-to-day management of program activities for females. I also participated in the hiring and evaluation processes.
I have excellent communication and written language skills. I am skilled in multiple computer applications. I am team oriented and a company man. I value and expect integrity in the workplace. I have a great ethical standing. I am a highly structured individual and follower of policies and procedures.
Fred Nance Jr., ABD, MA, CADC, NCRS
On September 10, 2008 I sent this letter to CMS:
September 10, 2008
Central Management Services
Springfield Office – Central Office
William G. Stratton Building
401 S. Spring St., Room 500
Springfield, Illinois 62706
Re: Employment Applications
To Whom It May Concern:
I applied for the following employment on the Central Management Services (CMS) website. Reviewing CMS’ website for status, the following is revealed:
Public Service Administrator Opt 2 – June 18, 2008 Evaluating Training and Experience
Employment Security Program Representative, Intermittent-Opt SS – June 18, 2008
Child Protection Specialist – June 18, 2008 Application Received
Child Welfare Specialist – June 18, 2008 Application Received
Social Worker II – June 18, 2008 Application Received
Public Aid Family Support Specialist – June 18, 2008 Application Received
Social Service Program Planner III – June 6, 2008 Application Received
Public Service Administrator Opt 8S – June 6, 2008 Application Received
Public Service Administrator Opt 6 – June 6, 2008 Application Received
Public Service Administrator Opt 1 – June 6, 2008 Evaluating Training and Experience
Human Services Caseworker Opt SS – June 6, 2008 Application Received
Could you please review my applications for these positions and respond?
Thank you.
Fred Nance Jr., ABD, MA, CADC, NCRS
January 16, 2009
Illinois Department of Central Management Services
Mr. James P. Sledge, Director
500 Stratton Office Building
401 South Spring Street
Springfield, Illinois 62706
CERTIFIED MAIL
CMS Social Worker Status
Mr. Sledge:
On January 5, 2009 I appealed a failed grade of Social Worker II. On January 15, 2009 I received a letter from Ms. Crystal Filson stating that I failed to meet the minimum requirements for Social Worker II, which she reports is a Master degree in Social Work. Ms. Filson reports “if a participant does not possess a Master degree in Social Work they are rejected….” Sir, there are comparable Master degrees for Social Work. The fundamental nature of a Social Work degree is the required classroom work and courses.
According to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), the primary mission of the social work profession is to enhance human wellbeing and help meet the basic human needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty. A historic and defining feature of social work is the profession’s focus on individual wellbeing in a social context and the wellbeing of society. Fundamental to social work is attention to the environmental forces that create, contribute to, and address problems in living.
Social workers promote social justice and social change with and on behalf of clients. “Clients” is used inclusively to refer to individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers are sensitive to cultural and ethnic diversity and strive to end discrimination, oppression, poverty, and other forms of social injustice. These activities may be in the form of direct practice, community organizing, supervision, consultation administration, advocacy, social and political action, policy development and implementation, education, and research and evaluation. Social workers seek to enhance the capacity of people to address their own needs. Social workers also seek to promote the responsiveness of organizations, communities, and other social institutions to individuals’ needs and social problems. (NASW, 2008)
Sir, Ms. Filson reports in her review of my application, I have a Master degree in Community Counseling. Ms. Filson fails to consider my Master degree comes from the prestigious Roosevelt University in Chicago, an accredited and recognized university. Ms. Filson fails to consider my Master degree program major was Mental Health Counseling. Ms. Filson fails to consider I have similar classroom work and courses meeting the standards of a Master degree in Social Work, such as Foundations of Counseling (3 hrs-grade B), Topics & Issues in Human Development (3 hrs-B), Human Appraisal (3 hrs-grade C), Theories/Dynamic Group Counseling (3 hrs-grade A), Social & Cultural Foundations (3 hrs-grade A), Community Mental Health Counseling (3 hrs-grade B), Diagnosis & Treatment Planning (3 hrs-grade A), Topics in Substance Abuse (3 hrs-grade A), Statistics & Research Methods (3 hrs-grade A), Marriage and Family Counseling (3 hrs-grade A), Career and Lifestyle Planning (3 hrs-grade A), along with practicum (6 hrs-grade B) and internships (6 hrs-grade A). (Transcript attached)
Ms. Filson fails to consider my PhD course work in Human Services, focusing on Social Policy Analysis and Planning. Ms. Filson fails to consider my PhD will come from Walden University, an accredited and recognized university. Ms. Filson fails to consider I have similar, if not higher, class work and courses meeting the standards of a Master degree in Social Work, such as Theories of Societal Development (5 hrs), Research in Societal Development (5 hrs), Professional Practice & Societal Development (4 hrs); Theories of Human Development (5 hrs), Research in Human Development (5 hrs), Professional Practice & Human Development (4 hrs); Theories of Organization/Social Systems (5 hrs), Research in Organization/Social Systems (5 hrs), Professional Practice & Organization/Social Systems (4 hrs); Data Analysis in Human Service Research (5 hrs), Theory & Model for Professional Practice (5 hrs), Evaluation of Theory & Model (5 hrs), Integrating Theory & Practice (4 hrs); Theories of Intervention (5 hrs), Delivery Systems & Ethic Consideration (5 hrs), Strategy & Ethical Practice (4 hrs); Case Study Research & Applied Change (5 hrs), Case Study to Applied Change (5 hrs), Case Study of Applied Change (4 hrs); Research Forum (30 hrs) (Dissertation in progress). I have a total of 122 hours in my PhD program. I expect my PhD in Human Services with a focus on Social Policy Analysis and Planning in February of 2009. (Transcripts attached)
Sir, Ms. Filson reports the minimum qualifications for Social Worker II is a Master degree in Social Work from a recognized college or university supplemented by one year of professional social work experience in the evaluation and treatment/habilitation of mental illness, developmental disabled or other disabled persons. I have 13 years of social work experience.
Sir, why am I being held to a higher standard than similarly situated individuals? There are individuals working for the State of Illinois, in the capacity of a Social Worker, with comparable skills and degrees. This decision by Ms. Filson is indifferent and disparate treatment. It appears that whatever employment opportunity I pursue with the State of Illinois I am treated with biases and prejudices.
Sir, I am posting this letter on my blogs suggesting I meet the criteria further as outlined in NASW’s Preamble of their Code of Ethics, such as being an advocate for social justice and injustices among the many other parts of the criteria as my blogs will demonstrate.
Please re-consider my application for Social Worker II, giving me a passing grade because I meet the basic criteria of a social worker as described by the National Association of Social Workers. Ms. Filson’s letter is attached.
Respectfully submitted,
Fred Nance Jr., ABD, MA, CADC, NCRS
cc:
Ms. Crystal Filson
http://clickforjusticeandequality.blogspot.com/
http://click.townhall.com/
http://clickforjusticeandequality.wordpress.com/
http://www.frednance.newsvine.com/
January 4, 2009
Illinois Department of Central Management Services
500 Stratton Office Building
Springfield, Illinois 62706
Re: Social Worker 2 – Failed Grade
To Whom It May Concern:
I am appealing the “Failed” grade given to me for the Examination Title: Social Worker 2. I believe I am totally eligible for this examination title. I have worked in the field of social services for the last 14 years. I have had many positions providing services comparable to a social worker.
I have a Bachelor Degree in General Studies, focusing on Social Science, and a Master Degree in Community Counseling from Roosevelt University. I have completed core classes toward a PhD in Human Services with a focus on Social Policy Analysis and Planning with Walden University. I expect my PhD in February 2009. My academic achievements, attendance at conferences and lectures, and my CADC and NCRS certifications satisfy the minimum requirements to be a Social Worker 2. These achievements have made me eligible to sit for an exam to become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). My employment achievements and processes have also prepared me and have enhanced my skill level to perform the duties of a LPC and LCPC. The only thing I am prohibited from doing at this time is signing off on documents that are normally signed off on by a LPC and LCPC.
Therefore, I am attaching the CMS Grade Notice exam date October 23, 2008, my curriculum vitae and copies of my official transcripts from Roosevelt University and from Walden University.
Please review and consider a passing grade for examination title: Social Worker 2.
Thank you.
Fred Nance Jr., ABD, MA, CADC, NCRS
Update: January 16, 2009
What happens in the State of Illinois may define President Obama's legacy. Voters will believe the politics practiced in the State of Illinois and its governmental entities are indicative of President Obama policies. I am posting letters I have written to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and to the Illinois Department of Central Management Services on President Obama's website to alert the public-at-large as to the employment practices of these 2 Illinois governmental entities.
As President Obama seeks assistance from the Senate and House of Representative to allocate monies to stimulate the economy with jobs, he needs to consider his home State of Illinois and its employment practices. As illustrated here in the letter below, the Illinois Department of Central Management Services employment practices demonstrate disparate and indifferent treatment, biases and prejudices, and most importantly nefarious acts of separatism and nepotism. Giving money to create employment and boost the economy of the State of Illinois is a mistake. If President Obama allows monies to come to the State of Illinois without strict monitoring, he will be embarrassed.
Update: January 21, 2009
This message was posted on President Barack Obama's website.
Sir, since you are officially President of the United States and you are dedicated to work toward the restoration of jobs, what will you do about the employment practices of the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS)?
On January 5, 2009 I talked to Mr. Dale McElroy of the Human Resources Department for Ludeman Center in Park Forest Illinois. I was applying for the position of Social Worker II. Mr. McElroy informed me the position was open but that I needed a passing grade from CMS to apply. Because of the nefarious and contentious acts of CMS, I was not able to obtain this employment position.
On January 5, 2009 I attempted to give Mr. Dale McElroy this cover letter with my curriculum vitae before he informed me I needed a passing grade from CMS.
January 5, 2009
Mr. Dale McElroy, Human Resources
Ludeman Center – Building 60
114 North Orchard Drive
Park Forest, Illinois 60466
Re: Employment Letter of Interest – Psychologist II & Social Worker II
I have a Bachelor Degree in General Studies, focusing on Social Science, and a Master Degree in Community Counseling from Chicago’s Roosevelt University. I have completed core classes toward a PhD in Human Services with a focus on Social Policy Analysis and Planning with Walden University. I expect my PhD in February 2009.
My curriculum vitae will illustrate and demonstrate vast knowledge areas of human/social service. I have worked extensively with mental health clients for community-based organizations. In some of these positions, I have worked as a supervisor. My supervisory positions from May 2008 through March 1995 include:
(1) I was responsible for the supervision of 4 staff delivering clinical substance abuse treatment in a therapeutic community to clients/inmates participating in the Sheridan Project at Sheridan Correctional Center. In addition to these duties, I assumed responsibility for overseeing counselors in the absence of other supervisors; (2) I supervised 6 staff for the daily operation of the psychosocial day treatment program and rehabilitation groups. I produced and tracked monthly and quarterly reports of all statistical data and on-site employee training of contractual agreements with the Office of Mental Health for Community Mental Health Council, Inc.; (3) I supervised 7 staff and monitored the development, direction and implementation of contractual obligations and daily operations of various programs for Olive Branch Mission’s division of homeless services; (4) I was the Director of the Human Resource Development Institute, Inc.’s mental health housing program supervising 33 staff, which 3 staff were supervisors, responsible for the daily operations of three residential houses for their mentally challenged clients, along with planning and implementing a variety of quality improvement programs, especially in the area of clinical services. In another capacity prior to this assignment, I supervised their Early Childhood program where I was responsible for the daily operation supervising 6 staff. In addition, I assisted with writing proposals for the mental health program; and (5) I was a Group Home supervisor for Nahamani Family Service Center, Inc. supervising 6 adolescent child care staff, coordinated in-service training, day-to-day management of program activities for females. I also participated in the hiring and evaluation processes.
I have excellent communication and written language skills. I am skilled in multiple computer applications. I am team oriented and a company man. I value and expect integrity in the workplace. I have a great ethical standing. I am a highly structured individual and follower of policies and procedures.
Fred Nance Jr., ABD, MA, CADC, NCRS
On September 10, 2008 I sent this letter to CMS:
September 10, 2008
Central Management Services
Springfield Office – Central Office
William G. Stratton Building
401 S. Spring St., Room 500
Springfield, Illinois 62706
Re: Employment Applications
To Whom It May Concern:
I applied for the following employment on the Central Management Services (CMS) website. Reviewing CMS’ website for status, the following is revealed:
Public Service Administrator Opt 2 – June 18, 2008 Evaluating Training and Experience
Employment Security Program Representative, Intermittent-Opt SS – June 18, 2008
Child Protection Specialist – June 18, 2008 Application Received
Child Welfare Specialist – June 18, 2008 Application Received
Social Worker II – June 18, 2008 Application Received
Public Aid Family Support Specialist – June 18, 2008 Application Received
Social Service Program Planner III – June 6, 2008 Application Received
Public Service Administrator Opt 8S – June 6, 2008 Application Received
Public Service Administrator Opt 6 – June 6, 2008 Application Received
Public Service Administrator Opt 1 – June 6, 2008 Evaluating Training and Experience
Human Services Caseworker Opt SS – June 6, 2008 Application Received
Could you please review my applications for these positions and respond?
Thank you.
Fred Nance Jr., ABD, MA, CADC, NCRS
January 16, 2009
Illinois Department of Central Management Services
Mr. James P. Sledge, Director
500 Stratton Office Building
401 South Spring Street
Springfield, Illinois 62706
CERTIFIED MAIL
CMS Social Worker Status
Mr. Sledge:
On January 5, 2009 I appealed a failed grade of Social Worker II. On January 15, 2009 I received a letter from Ms. Crystal Filson stating that I failed to meet the minimum requirements for Social Worker II, which she reports is a Master degree in Social Work. Ms. Filson reports “if a participant does not possess a Master degree in Social Work they are rejected….” Sir, there are comparable Master degrees for Social Work. The fundamental nature of a Social Work degree is the required classroom work and courses.
According to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), the primary mission of the social work profession is to enhance human wellbeing and help meet the basic human needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty. A historic and defining feature of social work is the profession’s focus on individual wellbeing in a social context and the wellbeing of society. Fundamental to social work is attention to the environmental forces that create, contribute to, and address problems in living.
Social workers promote social justice and social change with and on behalf of clients. “Clients” is used inclusively to refer to individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Social workers are sensitive to cultural and ethnic diversity and strive to end discrimination, oppression, poverty, and other forms of social injustice. These activities may be in the form of direct practice, community organizing, supervision, consultation administration, advocacy, social and political action, policy development and implementation, education, and research and evaluation. Social workers seek to enhance the capacity of people to address their own needs. Social workers also seek to promote the responsiveness of organizations, communities, and other social institutions to individuals’ needs and social problems. (NASW, 2008)
Sir, Ms. Filson reports in her review of my application, I have a Master degree in Community Counseling. Ms. Filson fails to consider my Master degree comes from the prestigious Roosevelt University in Chicago, an accredited and recognized university. Ms. Filson fails to consider my Master degree program major was Mental Health Counseling. Ms. Filson fails to consider I have similar classroom work and courses meeting the standards of a Master degree in Social Work, such as Foundations of Counseling (3 hrs-grade B), Topics & Issues in Human Development (3 hrs-B), Human Appraisal (3 hrs-grade C), Theories/Dynamic Group Counseling (3 hrs-grade A), Social & Cultural Foundations (3 hrs-grade A), Community Mental Health Counseling (3 hrs-grade B), Diagnosis & Treatment Planning (3 hrs-grade A), Topics in Substance Abuse (3 hrs-grade A), Statistics & Research Methods (3 hrs-grade A), Marriage and Family Counseling (3 hrs-grade A), Career and Lifestyle Planning (3 hrs-grade A), along with practicum (6 hrs-grade B) and internships (6 hrs-grade A). (Transcript attached)
Ms. Filson fails to consider my PhD course work in Human Services, focusing on Social Policy Analysis and Planning. Ms. Filson fails to consider my PhD will come from Walden University, an accredited and recognized university. Ms. Filson fails to consider I have similar, if not higher, class work and courses meeting the standards of a Master degree in Social Work, such as Theories of Societal Development (5 hrs), Research in Societal Development (5 hrs), Professional Practice & Societal Development (4 hrs); Theories of Human Development (5 hrs), Research in Human Development (5 hrs), Professional Practice & Human Development (4 hrs); Theories of Organization/Social Systems (5 hrs), Research in Organization/Social Systems (5 hrs), Professional Practice & Organization/Social Systems (4 hrs); Data Analysis in Human Service Research (5 hrs), Theory & Model for Professional Practice (5 hrs), Evaluation of Theory & Model (5 hrs), Integrating Theory & Practice (4 hrs); Theories of Intervention (5 hrs), Delivery Systems & Ethic Consideration (5 hrs), Strategy & Ethical Practice (4 hrs); Case Study Research & Applied Change (5 hrs), Case Study to Applied Change (5 hrs), Case Study of Applied Change (4 hrs); Research Forum (30 hrs) (Dissertation in progress). I have a total of 122 hours in my PhD program. I expect my PhD in Human Services with a focus on Social Policy Analysis and Planning in February of 2009. (Transcripts attached)
Sir, Ms. Filson reports the minimum qualifications for Social Worker II is a Master degree in Social Work from a recognized college or university supplemented by one year of professional social work experience in the evaluation and treatment/habilitation of mental illness, developmental disabled or other disabled persons. I have 13 years of social work experience.
Sir, why am I being held to a higher standard than similarly situated individuals? There are individuals working for the State of Illinois, in the capacity of a Social Worker, with comparable skills and degrees. This decision by Ms. Filson is indifferent and disparate treatment. It appears that whatever employment opportunity I pursue with the State of Illinois I am treated with biases and prejudices.
Sir, I am posting this letter on my blogs suggesting I meet the criteria further as outlined in NASW’s Preamble of their Code of Ethics, such as being an advocate for social justice and injustices among the many other parts of the criteria as my blogs will demonstrate.
Please re-consider my application for Social Worker II, giving me a passing grade because I meet the basic criteria of a social worker as described by the National Association of Social Workers. Ms. Filson’s letter is attached.
Respectfully submitted,
Fred Nance Jr., ABD, MA, CADC, NCRS
cc:
Ms. Crystal Filson
http://clickforjusticeandequality.blogspot.com/
http://click.townhall.com/
http://clickforjusticeandequality.wordpress.com/
http://www.frednance.newsvine.com/
January 4, 2009
Illinois Department of Central Management Services
500 Stratton Office Building
Springfield, Illinois 62706
Re: Social Worker 2 – Failed Grade
To Whom It May Concern:
I am appealing the “Failed” grade given to me for the Examination Title: Social Worker 2. I believe I am totally eligible for this examination title. I have worked in the field of social services for the last 14 years. I have had many positions providing services comparable to a social worker.
I have a Bachelor Degree in General Studies, focusing on Social Science, and a Master Degree in Community Counseling from Roosevelt University. I have completed core classes toward a PhD in Human Services with a focus on Social Policy Analysis and Planning with Walden University. I expect my PhD in February 2009. My academic achievements, attendance at conferences and lectures, and my CADC and NCRS certifications satisfy the minimum requirements to be a Social Worker 2. These achievements have made me eligible to sit for an exam to become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). My employment achievements and processes have also prepared me and have enhanced my skill level to perform the duties of a LPC and LCPC. The only thing I am prohibited from doing at this time is signing off on documents that are normally signed off on by a LPC and LCPC.
Therefore, I am attaching the CMS Grade Notice exam date October 23, 2008, my curriculum vitae and copies of my official transcripts from Roosevelt University and from Walden University.
Please review and consider a passing grade for examination title: Social Worker 2.
Thank you.
Fred Nance Jr., ABD, MA, CADC, NCRS
Update: January 16, 2009
What happens in the State of Illinois may define President Obama's legacy. Voters will believe the politics practiced in the State of Illinois and its governmental entities are indicative of President Obama policies. I am posting letters I have written to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and to the Illinois Department of Central Management Services on President Obama's website to alert the public-at-large as to the employment practices of these 2 Illinois governmental entities.
As President Obama seeks assistance from the Senate and House of Representative to allocate monies to stimulate the economy with jobs, he needs to consider his home State of Illinois and its employment practices. As illustrated here in the letter below, the Illinois Department of Central Management Services employment practices demonstrate disparate and indifferent treatment, biases and prejudices, and most importantly nefarious acts of separatism and nepotism. Giving money to create employment and boost the economy of the State of Illinois is a mistake. If President Obama allows monies to come to the State of Illinois without strict monitoring, he will be embarrassed.
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