Careers

NEW - Available Internship/Practicum Programs at Helping Hand

Helping Hand is a great place to work! Our current job openings include:

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CLINICAL SERVICES

BEHAVIOR ANALYST - F.T. - We are seeking a Behavior Analyst to manage a caseload of adult clients with developmental disabilities and to work on a grant that facilitates communication in adults and children with autism. Job Responsibilities: Maintain a caseload of adults clients:    Conduct functional assessments; Conduct Preference Assessments;  Write individualized Behavior Intervention Plans; (BIP); Train staff to implement Behavior Intervention Plans; Collect and analyze data on an ongoing basis;  Create monthly, quarterly and annual reports depicting client progress.  Work with speech and language pathologist to increase communication among children and adults with autism: Provide PECS training to individuals; Train staff to implement PECS training; Run social skills group for high school aged children with autism    Write quarterly reports on progress  Requirements:  Must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or eligible for BCBA within 6 months. 

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DAY PROGRAM (Countryside)

DEVELOPMENTAL TRAINERS - F.T. - Developmental Trainers needed for our day program in Countryside.  Provide recreation and vocational  training support for adults with developmental disabilities.  Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. until 3 p.m.; Must have a HS diploma or GED, be 23 years of age for Pace certification; must have previous experience working with persons with disabilities. 

JOB COACH - F.T. - Helping Hand Center is seeking a responsible person to job coach individuals with disabilities in community jobs.  Must be a good communicator; be 23 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record for PACE certification; and have experience working with adults with disabilities in a vocational setting.  Advancement potential for the right person.  This is a full-time position with flexible hours including weekends and evenings.

VOCATIONAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR - F.T. - An organized individual is needed to supervise the Vocational Services Program.  Requirements:  A Bachelors Degree in the rehabilitation field; exp. in job placement with the disabled population, good communication skills; previous supervisory experience;  a minimum of 2 to 3 years working as a Vocational Counselor; prior experience working with the Department of Rehabilitation Services preferred.  A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is also required. 

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DAY PROGRAM - EVANS CENTER - HOMER GLEN

DEVELOPMENTAL TRAINER – F.T. - 35 hrs. per week.  Provide recreational and vocational support for adults with disabilities, Monday – Friday, 7:30 – 3:30.  Must have a high school diploma or GED and experience working with persons with disabilities. 

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RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL TRAINER – P.T. - Trainers needed to provide life skills training for adults with developmental disabilities living in the community.  Evening, overnight and weekend hours available.  Must have a High School Diploma or GED and a valid D.L. with an acceptable driving record; experience working with adults with disabilities also required.  Previous DSP preferred but will train.

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CHILDREN'S SERVICES

PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - F.T. - (Monday – Friday) Full-Time Position Open to work in both a Quality Pediatric Outpatient Clinic and a Model Best-Practice Therapeutic Day School.  Terrific Opportunity to join a creative, innovative interdisciplinary TEAM!  We are looking for an energetic individual who enjoys variety and works well independently and with a team; who has experience with group therapy, individual therapy, and an array of disabilities and delays including autism.  Must have valid Illinois Occupational Therapy license or be eligible for one.

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