at JCFS in Wilmette, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
JCFS Chicago provides vital, individualized, results-driven, therapeutic and supportive services for thousands of children, adults and families of all backgrounds each year, facing challenges with life transitions, mental health, developmental/intellectual disability and basic human need.
JCFS is looking for talented and engaging individuals to provide supports to adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in their home and community. The schedule Tuesday & Wednesday 4p-9p and Saturday 1p-9:15pm.
This position pays $17.50 hourly rate with increases based on proven relatable experience.
Requirements:
18 years of age
* Technological skills
* Must be able to pass the S-TOFHLA (literacy test)
* High School Diploma or GED equivalent
* Experience in the Human Services Field
* Must be able to work weekends
* Valid driver's license and clean safe driving record
Preferred:
* Experience supporting individuals with Autism
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Facilitate supports focusing on personal outcomes and independence
* Support individuals in identifying community resources
* Facilitate social experiences
* Promote health and safety
* Administer medication and follow through on procedures under RN and Rule 116 guidance
* Facilitate medical appointments
* Facilitate budgeting, shopping and cooking
* Promote a well maintained home
Facilitate basic home maintenance and furniture set up and assembly
Take lead on ensuring a clean, sanitized and organized home
* Facilitate transportation (agency vehicle or public transportation)
* Respond to crisis effectively
* Collaborate with service providers, community members and families
* Complete and maintain DSP required trainings and certificates
* Complete required documentation in a timely manner
* Attend and contribute to team meetings
Job Category:Union Required
What you'll love about us:
Time off: Paid time off varies by position - can include sick time.
Compensation: $17.50 hourly rate with increases based on proven relatable experience
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JCFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. JCFS provides a reasonable accommodation to those who need assistance in completing this application
JCFS/JVS Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.
