Job Coach / Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Daytime Vocational Program in the Rogers Park area of Chicago.
$20.50 per hour!
PACTT Learning Center is seeking experienced Direct Support Professionals who will provide job coaching and other assistance to individuals with autism in a daytime vocational program in Rogers Park. This program assists adults with autism in finding, learning and succeeding in jobs in the community.
About PACTT:
PACTT educational, residential, and vocational programs support children and adults with autism. At PACTT, our mission is to assist individuals with autism in becoming as independent as possible with the ability to integrate effectively into their homes and community.
Job Qualifications:
- DSP experience.
- Vocational training experience helpful but not required.
- High school diploma, GED or degree from an accredited educational institution.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have an aspiration to help others and possess a strong moral character.
Essential Functions:
- Provide a supportive coaching environment.
- Accompany individuals to work sites and assist with vocational tasks.
- Assist individuals building job specific skills during workshop hours.
- Implement specialized programs in areas of communication, socialization and behavior management.
- Assist with and teach independent living skills.
- Accompany participants to various community activities.
- Maintains cleanliness of work environment and ensures a healthy work environment for participants.
Full-time employees at PACTT are eligible for full benefits after their probationary period ends. Benefits include vacation/sick time, affordable health and dental insurance, and a free life insurance policy.
COVID-19 Considerations: PACTT adheres to all required COVID-19 safety protocols and requires staff members to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to participate in regular COVID-19 testing.
PACTT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Type: Full-time; Monday-Friday; Daytime; Rogers Park, Chicago, IL
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person