Mental Health Technician Trainee

1 month ago


Waukegan, Illinois, United States State of Illinois Full time
Job Title: Mental Health Technician Trainee

Job Summary: The State of Illinois is seeking a Mental Health Technician Trainee to join our team at the Kiley Developmental Center in Waukegan, Illinois. As a Mental Health Technician Trainee, you will receive instruction and training in providing care for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Receive instruction and training in providing care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Participate in classroom and on-the-job training in basic elements of nursing care, first aid, and hygiene.
  • Provide personal care services for individuals in bathing, toileting, dressing, and feeding.
  • Assist and encourage individuals in caring for themselves to become more independent.
  • Escorts individuals to various community events and outings.
  • Learns to observe and communicate significant aspects of individuals' behavior, physical condition, and personal needs.
  • Takes and records vital signs.
  • Assists with ambulation and various other physically supportive techniques.
  • Receives training in the policies and procedures associated with implementation of behavior intervention programs and performs these activities under direct observation.

Requirements:

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
  • Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to the individuals or others.
  • Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
  • Requires the ability to travel.
  • 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 Environment: The Kiley Developmental Center is a 24/7 facility that provides care and support services to individuals with developmental disabilities. As a Mental Health Technician Trainee, you will work in a fast-paced environment that requires flexibility and adaptability.

Benefits: As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a pension plan, and paid time off.



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