MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN TRAINEE
State of IllinoisIllinois, United States
Posted March 17, 2026
41280 - 65400 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois, responding to their needs so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives.
Job Description
The Illinois Department of Human Services is seeking a Mental Health Technician Trainee at the Choate Mental Health & Dev. Center in Anna, IL. The incumbent will receive instruction and training in providing care for individuals with developmental disabilities for up to 12 months. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work variable shifts, and pass a physical agility test and background check.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work variable shifts
- Ability to pass a physical agility test and background check
Benefits
- Pension Program
- Competitive Group Insurance Benefits
- Paid Personal Business Days
- Paid Sick Days
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Parental Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Optional Pre-Tax Programs
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
- 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions