Mental Health Technician Trainee Job at Illinois Department of Human Services

Illinois Department of Human Services Hines, IL 60141

Date: Nov 14, 2022

Location: Hines, IL, US, 60141-7000

Job Requisition ID: 21136

Agency : Department of Human Services

Opening Date: 11/15/2022
Closing Date/Time: 11/30/2022
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $3,328 - $3,868 per month
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 10

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

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for any degrees earned and a copy of any applicable professional licenses is recommended and should be uploaded to the Additional Documents section of your application. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended

Posting Identification Number 10-82-21136

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Mental Health Tech Trainee at the Madden Mental Health Center located in Hines, Illinois. The incumbent will, for a period of time between six and not to exceed twelve months receives instruction and training and performs beginning level duties in the care and treatment of patients who are mentally ill on an assigned shift on an assigned unit. Actively participates in classroom and on-the-job training classes. Receives hands-on-training in the Treatment Team process. Assists in the performance of duties to verify assigned living unit and patient service environment are maintained to meet department, hospital, and regulatory standards.

Job Responsibilities

For a period of time between six and not to exceed twelve months receives instruction and training and performs beginning level duties in the care and treatment of patients who are mentally ill on an assigned shift on an assigned unit.

Receives hands-on-training in the Treatment Team process and observes the implementation of the Active Treatment/Daily Activity Schedule on unit, campus, and off hospital grounds.

Assists in the performance of duties to verify assigned living unit and patient service environment are maintained to meet department, hospital, and regulatory standards.

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.

Conditions of Employment

Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to the Individual or others.

Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.

Requires ability to participate in and successfully complete a comprehensive training program.

Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.

Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

Work Hours: 24/7 Variable Shifts
Work Location: 1200 S 1st Ave Hines, IL 60141-0800

Madden Mental Health Center

Division of Mental Health

Nursing Services

Job Family: 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.

Location: e of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • A Pension Program
  • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
  • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
  • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
  • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
  • 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
  • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $3,328.00 per month

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location




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