JOB TITLE: Assistant Director

PROGRAM: Young Wonders Childcare

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Young Wonders Assistant Director is responsible for supervising teaching staff to ensure that they are meeting regulatory standards so children receive the highest quality of care at all times. This position supervises the Lead Teachers and the Program Coordinator. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 21 content hours in Child Development required. 

• Must be at least 21 years old. 

• Prior leadership experience in a child care setting preferred. 

• Familiar with state regulations such as DCFS. 

• Must meet DCFS requirements for Assistant Director: 

  •  Associate’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education 

  • At least 21 hours in child development, early childhood education, or special education. 

  • Business administration class. 

  • Either a Gateway Level 1 Director Credential, 3 college credit hours or 3 hours of credential approved training in administration/leadership/ management. 

•  Proficiency in English required. 

• Good verbal and written communication skills required. 

• Proficient in at least another language helpful. 

• Food Sanitation Course certificate preferred. 

• CPR/First Air certified preferred. 

• Must have a good driving record and be insurable. 

HOURS

Full time, 40-hours a week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 6:30 am – 5:30 pm; flexible schedule based on program needs. Full benefits package included. 

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JOB TITLE: Counselor

PROGRAM: Stepping Stones Sexual Violence Services

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will provide victim-centered and trauma-based counseling to victims of sexual assault; provide sexual assault crisis intervention; and develop, promote, and encourage community sensitivity to sexual assault issues. Services are provided in a manner sensitive and appropriate for diverse populations and are protected through 'absolute privilege' confidentiality requirements except in cases of mandated reporting and duty to warn. This position may also provide Sexual Assault Therapy.

• Support the Mission, Vision and Values of YWCA McLean County by embedding them into your program and participating in YWCA activities and initiatives. 

• Maintain high level of professionalism, communication and confidentiality. 

• Consult with and provide educational material to potential clients or those seeking more information about sexual assault support services. 

• Provide therapy and short-term sexual assault counseling for individual young adults and teens. 

• Provide sexual assault crisis intervention. 

• Co-facilitate sexual assault support groups, as needed. 

• Provide 24-hour support for volunteers through a minimum of 4 weeks of back-up per fiscal year. 

• Take a minimum of 3 on-call shifts for the first 6 months of employment, through the 24-hour hotline. 

• Assist with volunteer training. 

• Provide medical or legal advocacy, as needed. 

• Conduct institutional advocacy with partner agencies. 

• Provide information and referrals, as needed. 

• Maintain client case records. 

• Train and supervise volunteers and/or interns, as needed. 

• Maintain compliance on service projections and goals as set by supervisor(s) 

• Attend a minimum of 12 hours of training per year. 

• Maintain confidentiality as required for rape crisis center personnel by the State of Illinois. 

• Attend and participate in clinical supervision sessions provided by direct supervisor: Coordinator of Counseling Services 

• Attend and participate in clinical supervision sessions provided by clinical supervisor, if on licensing track.. 

• Follow ICASA standards for client records, forms, data entry and direct services. 

• Must be fiscally responsible with program materials and supplies. 

• Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in related field WITH a minimum of 3 years volunteer or professional experience working with children in a supervised setting (includes internship or practicum). Preference will be given to licensed or certified professionals. 

• Proficiency in English required; bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. 

• Attend and complete 40 hour ICASA approved Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention training. 

• Attend and complete 20 hour ICASA Adult Counselor Training within 6 months of hire. 

• Attend and complete 60 hours of ICASA Child Counselor Training within 12 months of hire. 

• Attend and complete Confidentiality Counts ICASA training. 

• Must be able to work with Outlook, Microsoft Word, Power Point and the internet. 

• Safety training as required by work environment.

HOURS

Full-time with benefits. Schedule is flexible between: Four 10-hour shifts OR Five 8-hour shifts (required minimum of 3 days per week until 6 pm), with some evenings or weekends, as needed. 

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JOB TITLE: Case Manager

PROGRAM: Labyrinth Outreach Services to Women

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will provide support, education, and case management services to women in McLean County, who have experienced incarceration, through transitional living and outreach services. This person will involve the clients in healthy lifestyle activities and assist them with their personal progress as they move through the program.  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

•  High School diploma or GED required. 

• Associates Degree preferred. 

• Experience in the areas of mental health, trauma, homelessness, or substance abuse preferred. 

• Proficiency in English required. 

• Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. 

• Must be available to start work as soon as possible. 

HOURS

Part time, 35 hours/week, Monday to Friday, daytime hours, with some evenings and/or weekends, as needed. 

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JOB TITLE: Maintenance Custodian

PROGRAM: Administration

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general supervision by the Maintenance Coordinator, the Maintenance Custodian performs custodial duties including cleaning, building and grounds maintenance functions, and may assist with minor repairs and room setups. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

•  Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. 

• Related work experience required. 

• Communicates effectively in both oral and written forms. 

• Understands and follows instructions. 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 

• Manages one’s own time and the time of others. 

• Work and/or attend events during evening and weekend hours. 

• Must be available to start work as soon as possible. 

HOURS

Full time position, 40 hours/week. 7 am to 3:30 pm Monday to Friday. Full benefits package included. 

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JOB TITLE: Early Learning Teacher

PROGRAM: Young Wonders Childcare

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for the care and education of a group of children, as part of a teaching team, and functions as the team leader or co-leader. The teacher plans and implements the curriculum, and with active participation of other members of the teaching team, works with parents and assesses the needs of the individual children. The person must be able to effectively supervise other staff and volunteers assisting in the classroom, be sensitive to the needs of individual children, and relate well to both the children and adults. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

•  Must be at least 18 years of age 

• Minimum of 60 semester hours of college credit; 6 hours which must be on child development or related field preferred. 

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in ECE or Child Development preferred. 

• Experience developing, implementing, and working with young children preferred. 

• Proficiency in English required. 

• Good verbal and written communication skills required. 

• Proficient in at least one other language is helpful. 

WORK HOURS

Full time, 40-hours a week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 6:30 am – 5:30 pm. Full benefits package included. 

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JOB TITLE: Early Learning Assistant Teacher

PROGRAM: Young Wonders Childcare

RESPONSIBILITIES

The assistant teacher is responsible for assisting in the care and education of a group of children as part of a teaching team. The assistant teacher is an active participant of the teaching team by taking direction from the lead teacher while in the classroom. The assistant teacher assists in working with parents and assists in assessing the needs of the individual children. The assistant teacher must be able to effectively assist in the classroom, be sensitive to the needs of the individual children, and relate well with both the children and adults. All assistant teachers are actively engaged with the children at all times. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

•  Must be at least 18 years of age 

• High school diploma or GED required 

• A.A. or B.A. degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred. 

• Experience teaching, developing, and implementing curriculum for young children preferred. 

• Proficiency in English required 

• Good verbal and written communication skills required 

• Proficient in at least one other language is helpful. 

• Must be available to start work as soon as possible. 

WORK HOURS

Full time, 40-hours a week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 6:30 am – 5:30 pm. Full benefits package included. 

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