MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE

State Of Illinois • Springfield, IL

424d • $47,652 - $62,916

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician Trainee position at the McFarland Mental Health Center in Springfield, Illinois, is designed for individuals seeking to begin their careers in mental health care. This full-time apprenticeship role involves receiving training and instruction over a period of six to twelve months, during which the trainee will perform entry-level duties in the care and treatment of mentally ill patients. The position emphasizes hands-on training in the treatment team process and the implementation of active treatment schedules, ensuring that patient environments meet regulatory standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to physically restrain patients as necessary.
• Ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
• Ability to pass the IDHS background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive instruction and training in the care and habilitation of mentally ill patients for a period of six to twelve months.
• Participate in hands-on training in the Interdisciplinary Team Process.
• Observe the implementation of the Active Treatment/Daily Activity Schedule on unit, campus, and off facility grounds.
• Assist in maintaining assigned living unit and patient service environments to meet department and regulatory standards.
• Recommend options for best practice treatment interventions as part of a treatment team.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED