MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN II

Mental Health Technician IIWe continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents ? Additional Documents section for each application. 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To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.Date: Oct 30, 2026 Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62703 Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN II (27012) Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,280 - $7,375 per month ($63,360 - $88,500 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 3 Bargaining Unit Code: RC009 Institutional Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: Work Hours : Various shifts, see below: (1 vacancy) 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm; Wk1: Off Mon/Sat, Wk2: Off Sun/Fri, Wk3: Off Wed/Thurs, 30 minute unpaid lunch, Float E2 (1 vacancy) 11:00 pm - 7:00 am; Wk1: Off Mon/Sat, Wk2: Off Sun/Fri, Wk3: Off Wed/Thurs, 30 minute unpaid lunch, Monroe N2 (1 vacancy) 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm; Wk1: Off Wed/Thurs, Wk2: Off Mon/Sat, Wk3: Sun/Fri, 30 minute unpaid lunch, Float E1 Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability : Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location : 901 E Southwind Rd, Springfield, Illinois, 62703 Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center Monroe Hall/ Float - 2nd Shift Work County : Sangamon Agency Contact : View email address on click.appcast.io 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.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 Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire a Mental Health Technician II for the Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center located in Springfield, Illinois to perform direct therapeutic care of patients with mental illness on an assigned shift of assigned hall. Conducts activities, utilizes therapeutic interventions and provides basic care of patients consistent with their individual treatment plan. Monitors patient activities and behaviors to verify a safe, secure environment. Serves as member of a treatment team. Completes records and documentation related to the safety and observation of patients. Travels in performance of job duties.Essential Functions Performs direct therapeutic care of patients with mental illness on an assigned shift of assigned hall. As a member of the treatment team, participates in treatment planning activities and provides input regarding patient activities, behaviors, safety and status/response to treatment in order to assist the team in meeting the patient's treatment needs. Completes records and documentation related to the safety and observation of patients. Verifies safety of the environment and the patient by continuous monitoring of patient activity, performing patient counts, head checks and other routine/special checks. Completes mandatory training requirement to maintain age and illness specific and departmental competencies, including civil and adult issues. 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. Requires successful completion of an approved training program and six (6) months experience in, or applicable to the care, treatment or habilitation of individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities. Conditions of Employment Requires the ability to physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to the patient or others. Requires the ability to lift, turn and reposition patients. Requires the ability to pull, lift and carry moderate loads, up to and including 100 pounds with assistance. Requires the ability to control, restrain, catch and direct fleeing patients and protect them from physical and psychological injury. Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays. Requires successful completion of CPI (Crisis Prevention and Intervention) training. Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties. Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.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) Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard 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)