Job Coach/Caregiver - Up to $21/hr

Marklund is built on our mission of making everyday life possible forindividuals with profound disabilities. Our services are designed toenhance the lives of our residents in a meaningful way, but we can’tdo it alone. We are seeking a dedicated Job Coach to join our diverse teamin Elgin and be a part of our life-changing mission. Thehours of this position are Monday- Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM. Thestarting base rate is $20/hr. With at least of acouple years of behavioral experience we could offer an experienced rate of up to $21.00/hr . Joining Marklund is about being part of something bigger. It’s aboutbelonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of eachperson, and works together tocreate happy, safe and purpose-filledlives for those individuals that we serve. Marklund is a place where you can thrive professionally, and growinyour career.Whether you seek work variety, scheduling consistency orcareer advancement, you will find your home here. Your journeyincludes innovative benefits, flexible opportunities, and extensivetraining to help new caregivers launch your career. According to one of our Caregivers, Jessica, Marklund stands aboutfrom other facilities: "When I first started at Marklund,I had no clue what toexpect. I thought it would just be a job and nothing more. As Istarted working I got much more out of Marklund than just a job, Igot a second family. I enjoy every day coming to work and caring forall the residents. Days when I work I walk in to my name beingshouted with joy by some of the residents and that's an amazingfeeling to know they are happy to see me. It may be hard worksometimes, but it's more than rewarding. Every day I see the smileson the resident's faces and I know I'm doing a good thing. Marklundis way more than just a job, it's a fun place to work." Who We Are: Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential,educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens andadults with serious and profound developmental disabilities andspecial healthcare needs. With two residential locations – theMarklund Hyde Center in Geneva and the Marklund Wasmond Center inElgin, it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund DaySchool offers Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children andyoung adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on theautism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program ateach site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside atMarklund and those who come in from the community. You will make a difference in the lives of our residents who haveintellectual and/or developmental disabilities in the following ways: Work directly with clients in the implementation of trainingprograms and service plans Assist clients with personal care needs including grooming(brushing hair, brushing teeth, shaving), toileting, feeding meals,showering and dressing Monitor progress in goals including continuous data evaluationseach month Maintain a clean and safe environment for our clients Observe and properly Implement Behavior Management plans includingproactive and reactive strategies Assist in the implementation of vocational and recreational groupactivities and community outings Assist clients with volunteer as well as paid work onsite and inthe community Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover or containa comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilitiesthat are required of the employee for this job. Duties,responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects andsupports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment. Are you ready to contribute to Marklund’s mission and vision, andbecome an integral part of enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve? Experience and Skills Caregiver Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Caregiver and behavioral experience helpful, but not required( we provide paid on-site training for your DirectSupport Professional certification ) Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and tomeet its functional and environmental requirements An ideal candidate will have an exceptional work ethic, positiveattitude, and strong commitment to providing excellent care to ourresidents along with the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamicenvironment, and the desire to contribute to a strong culture wherethe entire team works together for the good of each resident. When you join the Marklund team, you receive the following: Compensation & Benefits we offer YOU Full-Time Employees: Competitive Pay Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees Voluntary Life Insurance VoluntaryLong-Term Disability Voluntary Short -Term Disability Paid Time Off (PTO)* *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year Tuition Reimbursement Extended Sick Bank Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Benefits: Competitive pay Credit Union Membership Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire Marklund matches up to 5% Ways we appreciate YOU Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award Thanksgiving Turkey Employee Referral Bonus Program Employee Assistance Program Training & Growth Opportunities for YOU We promote from within whenever possible You are paid while you train: In-House Training Programs Leadership Training Program Employee Workshops on a variety of topics #J-18808-Ljbffr Marklund