Agency : Department of Human Services
Class Title: MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE - 27020
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Opening Date: 11/06/2024
Closing Date/Time: 07/03/2025
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $3,971-$5,243 per month ($47,652-$62,916 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
County: Union
Number of Vacancies: 50
Plan/BU: RC009
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.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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. Please note, trainee positions are filled on a continuous basis. There may be extended wait timesbetween application and job offer.
Posting Identification Number 35672
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.
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Mental Health Technician Trainee at the Choate Mental Health & Dev. Center located in Anna, Illinois. The incumbent will, for a period of time from six and not to exceed twelve months, receive instruction and training in providing care for individuals with developmental disabilities. Attends formal classes for instruction in routine nursing practices and techniques to gain basic understanding in nature, cause, treatment and habilitation of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Ensures compliance with Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) requirements when performing duties.
1. For a period of time from six and not to exceed twelve months, receive instruction and training in providing care for individuals with developmental disabilities on an assigned shift.
2. Receives training in the Interdisciplinary Team process and assists under direct observation, in the implementation of the active treatment/daily activity schedule on the programmatic unit.
3. Through direct observation, achieves familiarity with each individual’s sensory, medical and physical condition.
4. Maintains area in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
5. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
1. Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
1. Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
2. Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
3. Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
4. Requires ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
5. Requires the ability to travel.
6. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
7. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 24/7 Variable Shifts
Work Location: 1000 N Main St, Anna, Illinois, 62906-1652
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Choate Mental Health & Developmental Center
All Units/Shifts
Agency Contact: [email protected]
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:
* Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time Work Schedules (as applicable)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link:
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
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Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
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