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Location: Park Forest, IL, US, 60466-1200
Job Requisition ID: 35667
Agency :Department of Human Services Opening Date: 03/08/2024 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 theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. 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 35667 The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Mental Health Technician Trainee for the Ludeman Developmental Center located in Park Forest, Illinois for a period of time from six and not to exceed twelve months, receive instruction and training in caring for individuals with developmental disabilities. Completes classroom and 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. 1.For a period of time from six and not to exceed twelve months, receives instruction and training in caring for individuals with developmental disabilities. 2.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. 3.Supervises and escorts individuals during activities including self-help activities such as toileting, bathing, dressing, eating and laundry, education or medical/nursing events and appointments on and off campus. 4. Performs basic housekeeping assignments. 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 the ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. 2. Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays. 3. Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers. 4. Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others. 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 Division of Developmental Disabilities Ludeman Developmental Center All Units/Shifts Agency Contact:DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov 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:https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of theIllinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of theIllinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid 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. The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Closing Date/Time: 11/07/2024
Salary:Anticipated Salary: $3,971 - $5,243 per month ($47,652 - $62,916 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 50
Plan/BU:RC009 Position Overview
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Work Location:114 N Orchard Dr Park Forest, IL 60466-1200
