Mental Health Technician Trainee

at Illinois Department of Human Services in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Mental Health Technician Trainee at the Mabley Developmental Center located in Dixon, 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. Completes on the job training assignments totaling a minimum of 120 hours in formal classroom training and a minimum of 400 hours in on-the-job training. Performs beginning level direct care functions in the care and habilitation of individuals with developmental disabilities, on assigned unit under supervision during trainee period.  

• For a period, from six (6) and not to exceed twelve (12) months, receives instruction and training in the caring for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Completes on the job training assignments totaling a minimum of 120 hours in formal classroom training and a minimum of 400 hours in on-the-job training. 
• Escorts individuals during activities including self-help activities such as toileting, bathing, dressing, eating and laundry.
• Performs basic housekeeping assignments including mopping, cleaning tables, removing trash, weighing up to 50 pounds, etc.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.