MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
$49K - $65K/yr
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as ... Shapiro Center Residential Unit Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Health ...
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
$49K - $65K/yr
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as ... Shapiro Center Residential Unit Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Health ...
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
Kankakee, IL · On-site
$49K - $65K/yr
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as ... Shapiro Center Residential Unit Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Health ...
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
Kankakee, IL · On-site
$49K - $65K/yr
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as ... Shapiro Center Residential Unit Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Health ...
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
Kankakee, IL · On-site
$49K - $65K/yr
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as ... Shapiro Center Residential Unit Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Health ...
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
Kankakee, IL · On-site
$49K - $65K/yr
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as ... Shapiro Center Residential Unit Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Health ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
Mark Shapiro, MD * Sherry Sixta, MD * Thomas Goaley, MD * Richard Miller, MD * James Juhng, MD ... Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight * Manage patients in the Emergency ...
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Job description
Job Requisition ID: 49289
Opening Date: 08/27/2025
Closing Date: 08/26/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE - 27020
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $4,128 - $5,450 per month ($49,536 - $65,400 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 100
Bargaining Unit Code: RC009 Institutional Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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 the Additional Documents section of your application. 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.
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.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger-something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule-flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Mental Health Technician Trainee at the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois. The incumbent will, for a period of time from six and not to exceed twelve months, receives training and instruction and performs entry level, routine personal care services, educational, social, vocational and therapeutic activities in the treatment and habilitation of intellectually disabled individuals at Shapiro Center. Attends formal classes for instruction in routine nursing practices and techniques to gain basic understanding in nature, cause, treatment and habilitation of intellectual disabilities. Ensures compliance with Illinois Department of Public Health requirements when performing duties.
Essential Functions
- For a period from six (6) and not to exceed twelve (12) months, receives training and instruction and performs entry level, routine personal care services, educational, social, vocational and therapeutic activities in the treatment and habilitation of intellectually disabled individuals at Shapiro Center.
- Receives training in the Interdisciplinary Team process and assists under direct observation, in the implementation of the active treatment/daily activity schedule on the programmatic unit.
- Through direct observation, achieves familiarity with each individual's sensory, medical and physical condition.
- Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly unit by performing general housekeeping tasks, such as spot mopping, cleaning spills, wiping tables and making of beds and lifting up 50 pounds.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to the individual or others.
- Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
- Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
- Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Requires ability to pass standard Physical Agility testing.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 24/7 Variable shifts
Work Location: 100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Shapiro Center
Residential Unit
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Health Services; Social Services
*Please note, trainee positions are filled on a continuous basis. There may be extended wait times between application and job offer.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
- 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)
- Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
- 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)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html
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 the Illinois.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 the Illinois.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.
If you have taken the CMS automated multiple-choice test and have a current grade for this title, a copy of the grade notice can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section of the application.
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:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
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The State of Illinois is not a traditional company, but rather a governmental entity encompassing diverse agencies and departments that serve the constituents of Illinois. Based in Illinois, United States, this governmental body communicates with its citizens through the official website illinois.gov. The website is a one-stop resource for Illinois residents to access information about the state's services, including education, healthcare, transportation, and public safety, among others.
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Springfield, IL, US
Year founded
2009