JOIN OUR TEAM!
Would you like to be part of a dynamic team that works each day to support individuals with developmental disabilities? Then Orchard Village could be the place for you.
To apply for a career opportunity or position at Orchard Village, please email your resume to Human Resources. E-mail: careers@orchardvillage.org
Orchard Village offers a comprehensive training and development program and excellent benefits for full time employees:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Life insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Personal/Sick Time
- 401k
- Tuition reimbursement
- Access to finding childcare & applying for financial assistance
At Orchard Village it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range. Compensation decisions are dependent on the experience and skill sets of each candidate.
Professional Positions
Job Coach
As a Job Coach you will support clients with disabilities in community based internships, teaching and adapting the environment so that increasing levels of independence are achieved. Advocate on behalf of all program participants, working to foster the individual’s independence and enhancing skills both inside and outside the workplace. Provide support to individuals with disabilities to obtain community-based employment, and maintain interdisciplinary communication and case notes for each individual. Requirements: Associate’s degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Rehabilitation, or a related field preferred & valid driver’s license required. Pay $21.00 per hour.
Paraprofessional – UP TO $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS
As a Paraprofessional, you will play a crucial role in supporting our educators and enhancing student learning. Your responsibilities will include: providing instructional and clerical support to teachers, assisting students with class materials using tailored lesson plans and offering individualized attention both inside and outside the classroom, preparing instructional materials, activities, and displays that inspire creativity and engagement, supporting students with personal care and behavior programs as needed, participating in developmental training, meetings, and special events to foster community involvement. Requirements: Two years of experience in Special Education, a valid Illinois Paraprofessional Certification, Associate’s degree or higher, and valid driver’s license for a minimum of 3 years with a good driving record (staff will be required to drive). Pay: $20.75 per hour.
Support Positions
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) assists clients with developmental disabilities in daily living activities including hygiene, meal preparation, transportation, housekeeping, implementation of behavior support interventions, and achieving personal support plan outcomes. Will also support clients with activities in-home and in the community. Applicants must have valid driver’s license and high school diploma/GED.
Full and Part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Support adults with developmental disabilities in our group homes. Pay: $20.50 per hour.
All support positions require an individual to meet the following qualifications:
- 18 years old
- High school diploma/GED
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to pass the Short Test of Functional Health Literacy in Adults (STOFHLA) test
- Clear criminal background
- Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- Positions are available in a variety of settings and during a variety of shifts (days, evenings, overnights, weekends)