MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST TRAINEE

State of Illinois•Park Forest, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, for a period of no less than six months and not to exceed twelve months, participates in a structured training program to develop skills in data collection and analysis of behavioral data within developmental disabilities and behavioral health services. Assists in reviewing and monitoring individualized behavior plans while maintaining accurate evaluative data to inform care.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of professional experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Two (2) years of professional experience performing professional psychological/behavioral activities.
Two (2) years of professional experience working with residential treatment programs, services, policies, and procedures.
Two (2) years of professional experience reviewing medical records and previous psychological evaluations to assist in conducting assessments to target behaviors of individuals/patients.
Two (2) years of professional experience documenting with strong attention to detail.
Two (2) years of professional experience utilizing critical thinking skills while multi-tasking.

Responsibilities

For a period of no less than six months and not to exceed twelve months, receives instructions and training in the ability to review, assess, and monitor behavioral programs.
Observes individuals’ response to treatment and reports to the Clinical and Behavioral Director on findings.
Observes meetings with clinical/behavioral department staff and individuals’ family members/guardians regarding the responses to individuals’ treatments.
Completes informal classroom training and on-the-job training regarding behavioral programs and the assessments of individuals and their behavioral needs.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

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)
10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)