JOB OPPORTUNITIES BULLETIN
Posting Date: 4/18/08
The following positions are
available for qualified external applicants. Applications are accepted Monday
through Friday from 8:30- 5pm. Applications can be picked up at 2801 Finley
Road in Downers Grove, IL 60515.
PROGRAM NAME:
Development
Position Title: Grants Administrator
Qualifications Required: Must have a bachelors degree; Minimum of 2-5 years of
experience in grant writing; Experience in non- profit is preferred;
Excellent organizational skills; Must have the ability to work independently as
well as with a team; Must be able to work in a fast paced environments and meet
all deadlines; Excellent oral and written communication skills required; Must
be able to produce sample copies of grant proposals
Description of Responsibilities: The Grants Administrator is a member of the Development
& Community Relations Team and is responsible for all aspects of grant
funding for Ray Graham Association, including research, application,
cultivation, reporting, correspondence and acknowledgments. The Grants
Administrator will identify and pursue opportunities for support, including
government agencies, foundations, corporations, clubs, and organizations.
The position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with
current and potential grant funders. The Grants Administrator will
demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of data management and will be
active in efforts to expand philanthropic support.
Wages/Salary: Will commensurate with experience
Location of Position/ Days
and Hours of Work: Downers Grove, Finley Office (M-F 8:30-5pm)
Full Time, Part Time: Full
Time
PROGRAM
NAME: Community Living Resource
Position Title: Direct Support Professional
Qualifications Required: HS Diploma or
GED. Prefer an individual w/ CNA
training. Excellent oral and written
communication skills required. Must have clear CANTS, LEADS & State Police history along with
valid IL DL and reliable transportation.
Must be able to lift and transfer individuals (75 lbs.). Must be at least 21 years
of age.
Description of Responsibilities: Provide
direct service and support to individuals residing in a home or apartment in
the community. Provide support, problem
solving and crisis intervention, and assisting individuals to develop and
expand involvement w/community activities and build relationships and natural
supports.
Wages/Salary: $9- $10/hr
Location of Position/ Days
and Hours of Work:
Hale CILA (Sun- Wed 11pm- 9am);
Hinsdale CILA
(Sun 9- 3:30pm, Wed 3:30- 11pm, Thurs/ Fri 1:30-11pm, Sat 9- 7:30pm);
Swift CILA
(Sat 1-11pm, Sun 9am- 9pm, Wed/ Thurs/ Fri 5pm- 11pm)
Full Time, Part Time: Full
Time
Position Title: Direct Support Professional
Qualifications Required: HS Diploma or
GED. Prefer an individual w/ CNA
training. Excellent oral and written
communication skills required. Must have clear CANTS, LEADS & State Police history. Must be able to lift and transfer individuals
(75 lbs.). Must be at
least 21 years of age.
Description of Responsibilities: Provide
direct service and support to individuals residing in a home or apartment in
the community. Provide support, problem
solving and crisis intervention, and assisting individuals to develop and
expand involvement w/community activities and build relationships and natural
supports.
Wages/Salary: $9- $10/hr
Location of Position:
Devine CILA (Sat/ Sun 9am- 9pm);
Lincoln CILA (Sat 12pm-10pm);
Swift CILA (Sat/ Sun 9am- 7:30pm);
West Chicago CILA (Sat1pm- 11pm, Sun
10am- 8pm)
Days and Hours of Work: Hours by Home
Full Time, Part Time: Part
Time
PROGRAM
NAME: SLC/ Sunrise Courts
Position Title: Float Coordinator (1)
Qualifications Required: Bachelor degree
and prior supervisory experience is required, along with valid IL DL and
reliable transportation. 1-2 years of
experience working with people with developmental disabilities is
required. Clear State Police history
required. Excellent oral and written
skills are essential. Must
be at least 21 years of age. Must have ability to
assist with lifting individuals (75 lbs.).
Description of
Responsibilities: The SLC Coordinator position provides supervision for the
facility during hours of assigned shift.
Oversees direct care staff coverage in order to ensure a safe and
healthy living and working environment for individuals served and employees.
The Coordinator is required to accurately and comprehensively complete
investigations according to the standards and policies and procedures of RGA.
The Coordinator is responsible for the day to day operations of the SLC homes
ensuring regulatory standards, agency policies and procedures are met, and the
department guidelines are followed and that the program promotes the health and
well being of the individuals served.
The Coordinator is expected to uphold the Mission & Values of the
Association.
Wages/Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Location of Position: SLC (Addison)
Days and Hours of Work: 1st,
2nd and 3rd shifts covered weekly
Full Time, Part Time: Full Time
Position Title: Direct Support
Professional (16)
Qualifications Required: Must have HS Diploma or GED. Must be able to lift and transfer adults (75 lbs.). Excellent oral and written skills required. Must have clear CANTS, LEADS & State Police history. Must have valid IL Driver’s License and be at least 21 years of age.
Description of Responsibilities: Provide
quality care and a safe environment for individuals w/ developmental
disabilities. Responsible for direct
supervision, training and implementation of programs designed according to the
individual support plan.
Wages/Salary: $9- $10/hr
Location of Position: SLC
Days and Hours of Work: 1st Shift (6- 2:30pm and every other
weekend)
2nd Shift (2P.M. -10:30P.M. and every other weekend) or
3rd Shift (10:15- 8:45am and every other weekend)
Full Time, Part Time: Full Time
Position Title: Lead Direct Support
Professional (2)
Qualifications Required: Must have HS Diploma or GED. Must be able to lift and transfer adults (75 lbs.). Excellent oral and written skills required. Must have clear CANTS, LEADS & State Police history. Must have valid IL Driver’s License and be at least 21 years of age.
Description of Responsibilities: The SLC Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) primarily provides personal care assistance to adults with developmental disabilities within the SLC Program (staff assignments are based on employee skills, individual and program needs.) The LDSP also provides assistance to individuals in order to enhance their level of independence, community contacts, natural supports and personal outcomes. The LDSP on each shift makes staff assignments and is expected to uphold the Mission & Values of the Association.
Wages/Salary: $10.50/hr + base add-ons depending upon
credentials & position requirements.
Location of Position: SLC
Days and Hours of Work: 2nd Shift (2-10:30pm and every other weekend)
Full Time, Part Time: Full
Time
Bargaining or Non-bargaining Unit Position: Bargaining Unit
Position Title: Direct
Support Person/ Recreational (2)
Qualifications Required: HS Diploma or GED req’d. Certification or degree in Therapeutic
Recreation or related field is preferred.
At least 1-year exp. working with individuals with disabilities is
preferred.
Description of
Responsibilities: Leads or assists in leading recreational activities for 100
customers living at the SLC. Responsible
for recording recreational data and assisting with developing activity
schedule.
Wages/Salary: $9/hr + base add-ons depending upon
credentials & position requirements.
Location of Position: SLC
(Addison)
Days and Hours of Work: M-F 12:30-9pm and every other weekend (weekend hrs 8-4:30pm)
Full Time, Part Time: Full
Time
Position Title: Direct Support Professional
Qualifications Required: HS Diploma or GED. Prefer an individual w/ CNA training. Excellent oral and written communication
skills required. Must
have clear CANTS, LEADS & State Police history. Must be able to lift and transfer individuals
(75 lbs.). Must be at
least 21 years of age.
Description of Responsibilities: Provide direct service and support to
individuals residing in a home or apartment in the community. Provide support, problem solving and crisis
intervention, and assisting individuals to develop and expand involvement
w/community activities and build relationships and natural supports.
Wages/Salary: $9/hr + base add-ons depending upon
credentials & position requirements.
Location of Position: Sunrise Courts (Roselle)
Days and Hours
of Work: (Mon/ Tues/ Fri/ Sat 9-5:30pm,
Sun 12- 8:30pm)
Full Time, Part Time: Full
Time
PROGRAM
NAME: Adult Day Services
Elmhurst, Hanson Center
Position Title: QHSP (Formerly known as QMRP) (1)
Qualifications Required: Must have a Bachelor Degree in social services and at least 1 year of direct experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. Excellent oral and written skills are essential. Must have Clear State Police History and a valid Illinois Drivers License. Excellent written and oral skills are essential. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to lift and transfer adults (75lbs.).
Description of Responsibilities: The primary purpose of the Support
Coordinator is to serve as the Qualified Human Services Professional (QHSP) and
provide case management to people receiving services. The Support Coordinator is responsible for
developing and overseeing the implementation of the Individual Support Plan for
approximately 16 individuals served. This position works collaboratively across
agency programs and with external service providers to promote the deliver of
quality services to people served. The
Support Coordinator develops and implements person-centered plans that
facilitate the achievement of personal outcome measures. This position is directly responsible for the
oversight of services and supports across all program locations. The Support
Coordinator is expected to uphold the Mission & Values of the Association.
Wages/Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Location of Position: Elmhurst CLC
Days and Hours of Work: M-F 7:30-4
Full Time, Part Time: Full Time
Position Title: Life Skills Instructor (2)
Qualifications Required: Must have bachelor’s degree (social service field preferred). Must have at least one year of job related experience. Must successfully complete all training as required by Program within timeframe established by Association. Must assist with lifting and transferring adults with disabilities (75 lbs.). Must have Clear State Police History and a valid Illinois Drivers License. Excellent written and oral skills are essential.
Description of Responsibilities: The Life Skills Instructor position develops meaningful and skill based curriculum for people with disabilities. The Life Skills Instructor facilitates a variety of group activities daily that promote personal growth of people served in the program. Using the community, through community connecting, vocational experiences, and support for paid work is key function of this position. The Life Skills Instructor seeks and implements creative day program options for people in the Community Learning Center that promotes Personal Outcomes for individuals served, the mission of the agency and ensures that quality standards are met. The Life Skills Instructor provides direct supervision to at least one direct support professional at the CLC's.
Wages/Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Location of Position: Elmhurst CLC
Days
and Hours of Work: 7:30-4 M-F
Full Time, Part Time: Full
Time
Position Title: Direct Support
Person/Driver (1)
Qualifications Required: HS Diploma or GED required. Must be at least 21 years old and have valid IL driver’s license. CDL required. Previous experience working w/adults w/DD is helpful. Must have ability to lift and transfer adults (75 lbs.) & meet all duties of DSP position.
Description of Responsibilities: Direct support of adults w/developmental disabilities within a Community Learning Center setting and while driving them to community based activities. This may include personal hygiene, community safety, and recreational & social activities.
Wage/Salary: $9/hr
+ base add-ons depending upon credentials & position requirements.
Location of Position: ECLC (Elmhurst)
Days & Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 7:30AM-3:30PM
Full Time, Part Time: Full Time
Position Title: Direct Support Professional (1)
Qualifications Required: HS Diploma or
GED. Prefer an individual w/ CNA
training. Excellent oral and written
communication skills required. Must have clear CANTS, LEADS & State Police history. Must be able to lift and transfer individuals
(75 lbs.). Must be at
least 21 years of age.
Description of
Responsibilities: Provide direct service and support to
individuals residing in a home or apartment in the community. Provide support, problem solving and crisis
intervention, and assisting individuals to develop and expand involvement
w/community activities and build relationships and natural supports.
Wages/Salary: $9- $10/hr
Location of Position: Elmhurst CLC/ SLC
Days and Hours of Work: (M-
F 6:30- 3:30pm and every other weekend)
Full Time, Part Time: Full
Time
Position Title: PT Recreation Instructor
Qualifications Required: Prefer at least 1 year of experience working with
persons with disabilities in a community agency, school, employment setting,
recreation setting, etc. Interest in and ability to complete
some form of arts, sports of recreation.
Description of Responsibilities: Recreation Instructors provide direct service and
supports to children and adults with and without disabilities. Each Instructor
works in small teams of 2-3 Instructors across four programs: Gateway,
Horsemanship, New Horizons and Cultural Arts. Within each program, there may be
as many as 30 individual classes, workshops, sports, field trips or events.
Instructors report to the Program Coordinators for each program. Instructors
work irregular hours, including split shifts, mornings, afternoons, evenings
and Saturdays. Instructors maintain safe, stimulating environment for program
participants. The Recreation Instructor is expected to uphold the Mission &
Values of the Association.
Wages/Salary: $9.11/hr
Location
of Position: Hanson Center
Days and Hours of Work: Hours will
vary dependent upon classes.
Full
Time, Part Time: Part Time