Position Title: Training Coordinator

Location: Rolling Meadows, IL

Minimum Requirements:
Position Summary: 

This position will oversee the childcare training program to meet state deliverables through a partnership with Illinois Action for Children. The Training Coordinator organizes tasks related to all training activities in the service area. The Training Coordinator is also responsible to ensure data tracking in the web-based tracking program is completed. Lead team members via strong communication and enthusiastic spirit. In addition, the Training Coordinator is responsible to evaluate the community for training needs and explore current trends in childcare. The training Coordinator has a knowledge base that can help and guide clients in their professional growth.

Description of the Company: 

Good Shepherd has a long reputation serving the South Suburban cook county communities. We are excited to expand our services to North Cook suburban communities. Good Shepherd Center has been a community advocate for children and adults with and without disabilities, provides support, service, and education to empower individuals and families to lead exceptional lives. The small but powerful agency prides itself on a fun but respectful work environment.

Details:

Now is the time!!! The Early Childhood field is a hot industry that has the attention of many funding sources due to the effect of childcare on the job market. Join us at a very exciting time.

Status: 

Full-time position, Competitive Salary. Benefits include employer contributed Healthcare, paid vacation, and sick days along with a flexible work schedule- in an enjoyable work environment! Send resume to mkeane@gscenter.org

Position Title: Bilingual Training Coordinator

Location: Hazel Crest, IL

Minimum Requirements:
Position Summary: 

The Early Childhood Training Specialist is responsible to support Latino Spanish-speaking providers with their professional development needs in the childcare field. This position also manages tasks related to all Early Childhood training and technical assistance activities in South Suburban Cook County. The Early Childhood Training Specialist has a basic understanding of the complex role of childcare today center-based or home-based providers in the community. In addition, the Early Childhood Training Specialist understands what quality care entails. We partner with Illinois Action for Children to support quality programs

Description of the Company: 

Good Shepherd Center is a community advocate for children and adults with and without disabilities, provides support, service, and education to empower individuals and families to lead exceptional lives. The small but powerful agency prides itself on a fun but respectful work environment.

Details:

Now is the time!!! The Early Childhood field is a hot industry that has the attention of many funding sources due to the effect of child care on the job market. Join us at a very exciting time.

Status: 

Full-time position, Competitive Salary. Benefits include employer contributed Healthcare, paid vacation, and sick days along with a flexible work schedule- in an enjoyable work environment! Send resume to mkeane@gscenter.org

Position Title: In-Home Respite Care Worker

Location: Hazel Crest, IL

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • At least one year of experience assisting people with disabilities preferred.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license, and a dependable car with vehicle liability insurance.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Position Summary:

This in-home respite is responsible for registered families by assuring responsible care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their siblings under 18 years of age.

Duties and responsibilities:
  • Provide quality supervision to the respite client and siblings, as assigned.
  • Provide care and activities structured toward the Respite client’s wishes, needs, and capabilities.
  • Develop and maintain a positive, cooperative and professional role with each family.
  • Assure maintenance of home while providing Respite service.
  • Report to family about routine activities and/or any significant events which occur during respite.
  • Report to IHS staff unusual incidents and follow procedures as assigned.
  • Serve as a liaison between each family and In Home Services Office staff.
  • Complete and Submit progress notes for every shift worked
  • Follow procedures for TELEPUNCH automated system for time and attendance.
  • Complete required Background/Registry checks as deemed by DHS.
  • Strictly adhere to Confidentiality policy.
  • Remain current in FIRST AID/CPR certification.
  • Accept at least 3 shifts monthly.
  • Follow all agency policies and procedures.
  • Other trainings/duties as assigned.
Description of the Company: 

Good Shepherd Center is a community advocate for children and adults with and without disabilities, and provides support, service, and education to empower individuals and families to lead exceptional lives. The small but powerful agency prides itself on a fun but respectful work environment.

Details:

Now is the time!!! The Early Childhood field is a hot industry that has the attention of many funding sources due to the effect of child care on the job market. Join us at a very exciting time.

Status: 

Part-time position. Send resume to mkeane@gscenter.org

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