Mental Health Technician Trainee

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13692870 ## Position Overview The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire aMental Health Technician Traineeat the Mabley Developmental Center located in Dixon, Illinois.The incumbent will, for a period of time from six and not to exceed twelve months, receive instruction and training in providing care for individuals with developmental disabilities. 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. Performs beginning level direct care functions in the care and habilitation of individuals with developmental disabilities, on assigned unit under supervision during trainee period. ## Essential Functions - For a period, from six (6) and not to exceed twelve (12) months, receives instruction and training in the caring for individuals with developmental disabilities. - 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. - Escorts individuals during activities including self-help activities such as toileting, bathing, dressing, eating and laundry. - Performs basic housekeeping assignments including mopping, cleaning tables, removing trash, weighing up to 50 pounds, etc. - Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.