Employment with IVEDC

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IVEDC is seeking qualified candidates for the positions of:

Job description

!!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!!

Illinois Valley is looking to hire a part-time Cook/Site Manager for their Senior Nutrition Center in Benld.

Essential Functions:

  • Will accept food deliveries, prepare and serve food, and package food for home deliveries.
  • Will clean up leftovers, dining area and kitchen on a daily basis.
  • Maintain proper food temperatures and keep log of all food temperatures as required.
  • Maintain safe food and kitchen standards.
  • Responsible for attendance at site and collecting donations.
  • Responsible for securing information on new program participants.
  • Coordinate staff and volunteers.
  • Maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in bulk food preparation and delivery is preferred.
  • Certificate in Food Service and Sanitation is required within six months of Employment.
  • Ability to supervise and coordinate other staff and volunteers.
  • Working knowledge of budget/ordering process.
  • Current Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) or Food Service Sanitation Manager (FSSM) Certification or be willing to secure one within a reasonable time.
  • Ability to drive. Maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license and sufficient insurance coverage.

EOE

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: Benld, IL

Pay: $16.00 – $16.50 per hour

Job description

!!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!!

Illinois Valley is hiring a full-time female shift supervisor for the Coalfield Rest Area off of I-55. This position does require transporting client workers from Gillespie, IL to the rest area. Transporting clients will take place in a company vehicle. The shift will be 1:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities:

  • Will be a working supervisor performing duties necessary to maintain grounds and building including the supervision and coordination of workers activities.
  • Assign tasks to workers and inspect completed work for conformance to standards.
  • Train new workers, record hours worked, and perform personnel duties as required.
  • Be familiar with all safety procedures and policies and instruct employees in safe work habits.
  • Transport workers from Gillespie, or other specified pick up point to worksite.
  • Keep all storage areas clean and orderly, posting designated areas for supplies.
  • Perform minor and routine maintenance on buildings and equipment, and notify immediate supervisor concerning need for major repairs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • High School graduate or GED required.
  • Experience in janitorial and building maintenance and use, and maintenance of commercial grounds equipment preferred.
  • Requires knowledge of basic managerial skills such as organizing, planning and supervising staff/operations.
  • Willing to work day or evening shift, holidays, and weekends.
  • A neat and clean appearance is required.
  • Ability to work with and supervise persons with disabilities.
  • Must possess a valid Illinois driver’s license and proof of insurance.
  • Good driving record for past three (3) years.
  • Must be willing and able to pass a background check including Child Abuse & Neglect background check.

EOE

Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Job description

Illinois Valley Community Day Services is seeking an immediate hire for a part-time DSP/Driver to work at either our Jerseyville location or our temporary Otterville location. Illinois Valley is in the process of building a new Jerseyville CDS facility to hopefully be completed in 2026.

Responsibilities:

  • Will supervise, teach, and support individuals with developmental disabilities (18 years and older) utilizing individualized plans at our day training center.
  • May drive program participants on a regular or as needed basis.

Qualifications:

  • DSP certification is preferred, will train the right individual.
  • Must be 21 years old.
  • Possess a high school diploma/GED.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license.

This is a great opportunity to work with an outstanding staff, in a positive work environment, and a well established community of clients!

Applications are also available on our website at www.ilvalley-edc.org.

EOE

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation is seeking an immediate hire for a Recycling Supervisor at our Community Day Services Program. This program offers adults with disabilities the opportunity to earn income through our cardboard recycling program in Jerseyville. The primary function of the Recycling Supervisor is to ensure that cardboard is processed on a daily basis. This is an excellent opportunity to have a rewarding career while also serving your community.

Responsibilities:

  • Will be responsible for daily cardboard pick-up from local businesses.
  • Will oversee cardboard baling and arrange shipping to mill.
  • Will maintain shop equipment and program vehicles.
  • Will support other work programs with adults with developmental disabilities.
  • Will maintain work program contracts.

Qualifications:

  • DSP certification is preferred, but not required. We will train the right individual.
  • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred.
  • Experience in the maintenance/inspections of agency vehicles/equipment.
  • Forklift Certification preferred.
  • Must be 21 years old.
  • Possess a high school diploma/GED.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license, CDL preferred.
  • Must be able to pass background and drug test.

This is a great opportunity to work with an outstanding staff, in a positive work environment, and a well-established community of clients!

Applications are also available on our website at www.ilvalley-edc.org.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute: Jerseyville, IL 62052 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Submit completed applications to IVEDC HR, Administrative Office,

223 S. Macoupin St. (P.O. Box 88), Gillespie, IL  62033

or bpacini@ilvalley-edc.org

Current employees need only submit letter of interest.

For an Application

The form should be downloaded, saved, and then opened with Adobe Acrobat. Fill in the form, save it, print it and sign where it says signature. To submit it to us please email it or mail it via USPS to one of the addresses below.

Email:
bpacini@ilvalley-edc.org

Mail:
Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation
223 South Macoupin Street
P.O. Box 88
Gillespie, IL 62033-0088

Illinois Valley Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

An employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.