Security Therapy Aide Trainee
Chester, IL Chester, IL Full-time Full-time $3,610 - $4,928 a month $3,610 - $4,928 a month Work Location:
Chester, IL, US, 62233-2542 Agency:
Department of Human Services Opening Date:
5/08/2023 Closing Date:
5/23/2023 Salary:
Anticipated Salary:
$3,610 - $4,928 per month.
Work Hours:
24/7 various shifts Work Location:
1315 Lehmen Dr Chester, IL 62233-2542 Job Type:
Salaried Full Time County:
Randolph Number of Vacancies:
15 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.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 10-78-26974 Position Overview The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Security Therapy Aide Trainee for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois to receive training and on-the-job experience in providing therapeutic custodial care to adults in a secure residential care forensic unit for a period of six to twelve months.
Receives on-the-job training in implementing interpersonal relationships.
Assists higher level staff in overall patient care.
Receives training regarding methods used to escort patients.
Escorts patients to court appearances, medical appointments, and other needs outside of the facility.
Receives training on methods used to observe and intervene in patient behavior.
Assists in making periodic counts of patients.
Travels in performance of job duties.
Job Responsibilities 1.
For a period of six to twelve months, receives training and on-the-job experience in providing therapeutic custodial care to adults in a secure residential care forensic unit.
2.
Receives on-the-job training in implementing interpersonal relationships and developing a counseling role with selected patients.
3.
Assists higher level staff in overall patient care on various units within the facility.
4.
Receives training regarding methods used to escort patients to meals, recreation areas, group or patient therapy locations, consultations with professional habilitation personnel, hearings or on inter-institutional transfers and assists higher level unit staff.
5.
Receives training on methods used to observe and intervene in patient behavior using aggression management techniques and assists higher level staff to physically restrain patients with behavior problems.
6.
Receives training and with guidance, administers simple oral medications.
7.
Assists in making periodic counts of patients.
8.
Transports/drives, using state owned vehicle, patients to court appearances, medical appointments, and other needs outside of the facility.
9.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications 1.
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
Conditions of Employment 1.
Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to the patient or others.
2.
Requires the ability to walk and stand for a significant period of time, including stooping, bending and lifting.
3.
Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
4.
Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
5.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
6.
Requires a valid driver's license.
7.
Requires the ability to travel.
8.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
9.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
10.
Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois.
Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.
We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
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 Work Schedules (as applicable) 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link:
https:
//www2.
illinois.
gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.
aspx Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$3,610.
00 - $4,928.
00 per month
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Night shift Overnight shift Weekend availability Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Chester, IL, US, 62233-2542 Agency:
Department of Human Services Opening Date:
5/08/2023 Closing Date:
5/23/2023 Salary:
Anticipated Salary:
$3,610 - $4,928 per month.
Work Hours:
24/7 various shifts Work Location:
1315 Lehmen Dr Chester, IL 62233-2542 Job Type:
Salaried Full Time County:
Randolph Number of Vacancies:
15 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.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 10-78-26974 Position Overview The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Security Therapy Aide Trainee for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois to receive training and on-the-job experience in providing therapeutic custodial care to adults in a secure residential care forensic unit for a period of six to twelve months.
Receives on-the-job training in implementing interpersonal relationships.
Assists higher level staff in overall patient care.
Receives training regarding methods used to escort patients.
Escorts patients to court appearances, medical appointments, and other needs outside of the facility.
Receives training on methods used to observe and intervene in patient behavior.
Assists in making periodic counts of patients.
Travels in performance of job duties.
Job Responsibilities 1.
For a period of six to twelve months, receives training and on-the-job experience in providing therapeutic custodial care to adults in a secure residential care forensic unit.
2.
Receives on-the-job training in implementing interpersonal relationships and developing a counseling role with selected patients.
3.
Assists higher level staff in overall patient care on various units within the facility.
4.
Receives training regarding methods used to escort patients to meals, recreation areas, group or patient therapy locations, consultations with professional habilitation personnel, hearings or on inter-institutional transfers and assists higher level unit staff.
5.
Receives training on methods used to observe and intervene in patient behavior using aggression management techniques and assists higher level staff to physically restrain patients with behavior problems.
6.
Receives training and with guidance, administers simple oral medications.
7.
Assists in making periodic counts of patients.
8.
Transports/drives, using state owned vehicle, patients to court appearances, medical appointments, and other needs outside of the facility.
9.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications 1.
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
Conditions of Employment 1.
Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to the patient or others.
2.
Requires the ability to walk and stand for a significant period of time, including stooping, bending and lifting.
3.
Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
4.
Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
5.
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.
6.
Requires a valid driver's license.
7.
Requires the ability to travel.
8.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
9.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
10.
Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois.
Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.
We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
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 Work Schedules (as applicable) 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) 10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link:
https:
//www2.
illinois.
gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.
aspx Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$3,610.
00 - $4,928.
00 per month
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Night shift Overnight shift Weekend availability Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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