Mental Health Technician Trainee — Launch a Rewarding Career

SVCC; Dwight, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Human Services is hiring a Mental Health Technician Trainee at Fox Developmental Center in Dwight, IL. The role involves six to twelve months of instruction and hands-on care for individuals with developmental disabilities, participating in active treatment and habilitation services.

You'll escort individuals, assist in residential, social or vocational activities, and perform light housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe living environment.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
• Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Requires ability to pass standard drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Receives instruction and training in providing care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Participates in active treatment and habilitation services for individuals.
• Escorts individuals and participates in training in residential, social or vocational activities.
• Performs light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary living environment.
• Performs other duties as required within scope of duties enumerated above.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Illinois Department of Human Services is hiring a Mental Health Technician Trainee at Fox Developmental Center in Dwight, IL. The role involves six to twelve months of instruction and hands-on care for individuals with developmental disabilities, participating in active treatment and habilitation services.

You'll escort individuals, assist in residential, social or vocational activities, and perform light housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe living environment.