Employment with IVEDC
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IVEDC is seeking qualified candidates for the positions of:
Job description
!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC) is looking to hire a Full Time Teacher for its Head Start Center in Benld.
Responsibilities:
- Teach children, ages 3-5, with structured activities in a classroom setting
- Plan and prepare lesson plans and activities that contribute to children’s growth and development
- Assess children on an ongoing basis utilizing approved assessment tools.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. Other degrees considered but individual must have a minimum of 21 semester hours in child development courses with willingness to obtain 30 semester hours within 2 years.
- Prior training and experience in comprehensive child development programs is desirable.
- Ability to relate positively to children and parents. Ability to work as a team member.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
- Must be able to successfully pass a background check.
This is a full time position during the normal school year (August to May). Would be eligible for unemployment during the two months off with no disruption in benefits.
This position includes excellent benefits and generous vacation, personal and sick time accruals, as well as 11 paid holidays per year.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time with summers off!
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Benld, IL
Pay: $20.50 per hour
Job description
!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Illinois Valley is looking to hire an Educational Assistant / Bus Monitor for their Jerseyville Head Start School.
Responsibilities:
- Will provide assistance in the Head Start classroom to children ages 3-5 years old.
- Will monitor children when being transported on school bus.
- Must verify that the children are secured safely in their seats.
Requirements:
- Early Childhood work experience preferred.
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must be able to successfully pass a background check.
This is a full time position during the normal school year (August to May). Would be eligible for unemployment during the two summer months off with no disruption in benefits.
This position includes excellent benefits and generous vacation, personal and sick time accruals, as well as 11 holidays per year.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education: High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience: Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: Jerseyville
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Job description
!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation is looking to hire a temporary Speech-Language Pathologist. This position will work toward improving health outcomes for children with developmental barriers to adequate nutrition. The Speech-Language Pathologist will work one-on-one to meet individual needs of children with sensory issues or food hesitancy that may lead to malnutrition, anemia, and weight issues. Position to last 6 months.
Responsibilities
- Provide speech and language consultation, coaching, modeling and training to Head Start team members and caregivers.
- Conduct observations and consultation services in Head Start Classrooms to identify students with speech and language needs.
- Conduct one-on-one meetings with Head Start Children to identify developmental barriers to nutrition and work on skills to overcome barriers.
- Make home visits to families to discuss health problems of the children
- Maintain records of all health services provided for the assigned children and forward records to the public school system
- Attend Health Services Advisory Committee Meetings (normally semi-annually)
- Compile health information and complete the appropriate health files for children.
- Periodically attend Head Start parent meetings as a resource person in the health field.
- May provide training and technical assistance (on-site, pre-service, in-service, workshops, etc.) to staff, classroom personnel, volunteers, and parents.
- Provide/arrange nutrition and health-related training and information for Head Start parents and staff.
- Visit all Head Start locations regularly to meet with Head Start Children, meet with parents and work with staff.
- Duties include Head Start and Early Head Start Programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field.
- Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Prior experience working with children and a knowledge and understanding of child development are desirable.
- Ability to develop working relationships with staff and service providers.
- Ability to develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPS)
- Computer experience or a willingness to acquire such skills.
- Excellent communication skills
- In-depth knowledge of speech-related disorders, their causes, and treatments
- Ability to drive. Possess a valid Illinois driver’s license, reliable means of transportation, adequate auto insurance, and willingness to travel within the 4-county service area.
- Satisfactory background check clearance.
If you are passionate about helping our youth build better lives, then please consider this opportunity!
EOE
Job Type: Temporary
Benefits: Paid time off (Illinois Paid Leave)
Pay: $60-$75 per hour
Job description
!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation is looking to hire a temporary Health & Nutrition Assistant. This position will support the Health & Nutrition Coordinator in providing meal planning, event planning, and education. Position to last 6 months.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and arrange required health services (physical exams, dental exams, vision/hearing screenings, immunizations, etc.) for Head Start children
- Assist parents in identifying medical and dental service providers and in making appointments for examinations and follow-up visits.
- Make home visits to families to discuss health problems.
- Provide nutrition education to Head Start Students and children, promoting healthy eating habits and lifestyle changes.
- Periodically attend Head Start parent meetings as a resource person in the health field.
- Assist with the planning and hosting of workshops on Nutrition and wellness topics.
- Assist Head Start Coordinators with day-to-day administrative duties, including phone calls/messages, appointments, mail, copying, filing, correspondence, reports, Policy Council and other meeting minutes, etc.
- Assist with monthly food program reports.
- Attend training sessions geared toward upgrading information and skills in the health field.
- May provide training and technical assistance (on-site, pre-service, in-service, workshops, etc.) to staff, classroom personnel, volunteers, and parents.
- Willing to travel throughout the 4-county service area.
- Assist with planning of nutrition and health-related training and information for Head Start parents and staff.
- May substitute in various capacities at Head Start facilities.
- Duties include Head Start and Early Head Start Programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma.
- Prior Experience in Health Services, Nursing, Community Health, Public Health, Health Education or Nutrition Sciences is desirable.
- Experience working with children and an understanding of child development is desirable.
- Ability to serve as a trainer of adults, specifically Head Start parents and staff.
- Willing to attend training in order to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR and Food Service Manager
- Computer experience
- Clerical skills and the ability to maintain programmatic documents.
- Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
- Must be willing to travel throughout the 4-county service area.
- Must be willing and able to successfully pass a background check
EOE
Job Type: Temporary
Benefits: Paid time off – Illinois Paid Leave
Work Location: In person
Pay: $18-$20 per hour
Job description
!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Illinois Valley Community Day Services is seeking an immediate hire for a part-time Direct Support Professional at our Gillespie, IL location.
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.
Part-time, 25-29 hours per week.
EOE
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
License/Certification: DSP Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: Gillespie, IL
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Job description
!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Illinois Valley is looking to hire a Teacher Aide / Bus Driver for their Benld Head Start School.
Responsibilities:
- Will work in the Head Start classroom with children ages 3-5.
- Will primarily assist the teacher with classroom learning activities and attend to the children’s needs.
- Will also serve as bus driver to transport children to and from the center on a daily basis and for various outings. (A bus monitor also rides to attend to children.)
Requirements:
- Background in Early Childhood Development (18 credit hours).
- OR Child Development Assistant Certification or willing to complete within 2 years.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Should possess an Illinois School Bus Driver Permit or be willing to obtain one if hired.
This is a full time position during the normal school year (August to May). Would be eligible for unemployment during the two months off with no disruption in benefits.
This position includes excellent benefits and generous vacation, personal and sick time accruals, as well as 12 holidays per year.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
- CDL (Preferred)
Pay: From $16.75 per hour
Job description
!!IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Illinois Valley is in need of a Site Director for their Head Start location in White Hall, IL. This is an exciting possibility for the right candidate!
Responsibilities:
- Will focus directly on the smooth day-to-day operation of the site.
- Will assure compliance with DCFS regulations and provide direction to the staff responsible for providing safe and healthy care for the children.
- Will assist with recruiting and enrollment.
- Will conduct site meetings and parent meetings.
- Will also substitute teach when needed.
Requirements:
- Requires an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in child development or early childhood OR a related degree with at least 21 semester hours in early childhood courses.
- Must be DCFS Site Director Qualified.
- Candidates without the required education/certification will not be considered.
This is a full time position during the normal school year (August to May). Would be eligible for unemployment during the two months off with no disruption in benefits.
This position includes excellent benefits and generous vacation, personal and sick time accruals, as well as 12 holidays per year.
If you are passionate about helping our youth build better lives, then please consider this opportunity!
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job description
!!! IMMEDIATE HIRE !!!
Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC) is in need of a crew member for their Weatherization Team. IVEDC provides a variety of weatherization services to disadvantaged individuals within our four county service area.
Responsibilities:
- Repair and/or install windows, doors, insulation, attic vents, and/or other items needed to improve energy efficiency in accordance with work orders.
- Apply caulking and/or weather-stripping to doors and/or windows whenever needed to lessen energy loss in accordance with work orders.
- Perform minor roof, foundation, or other repairs in accordance with work orders.
- Complete required paperwork in an accurate, legible, and timely manner.
- Communicate with supervisor on status of assigned homes, concerns, etc.
- Interact with clients in a positive and professional manner.
- Will attend all trainings required of the position, including those for certifications, paid for by agency.
- Will travel to locations throughout the agency’s service area in an agency vehicle.
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must possess a high school diploma/GED.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and current auto insurance.
- Must successfully pass background and reference checks.
- Experience in home repair/construction preferred.
- Willing to train the right individual.
Monday through Thursday work week with 3-day weekends.
This position includes excellent benefits and generous vacation, personal and sick time accruals, as well as 13 paid holidays per year.
Pay based on experience.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No weekends
Job description
!! IMMEDIATE HIRE !!
Tri County Rural Transit is hiring for the position of part-time Transport Driver. Pay based on experience.
Essential Functions:
- Provide safe and courteous transportation to passengers utilizing program vehicles. Assist passengers on and off the van as needed within reason. (Drivers will not lift passengers in/out of wheelchairs. Do not endanger the safety of the passenger or yourself during assistance. The transportation program operates a door-to-door service; do not enter the homes of passengers.)
- Keep proper documentation of such service and maintenance.
- Keep vehicle interior and exterior clean and neat at all times.
- Will accurately input required data on the tablet/software. Will follow the tablet/software as instructed and will notify dispatch of any problems or discrepancies.
- Will accurately collect all fares and turn in at the end of each work day to the designated staff member and fill out a money collection form.
Qualifications:
- Maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license and sufficient insurance coverage. Must be capable of operating the vehicle in a safe manner at all times. Must have “clean” driving record for minimum of 3 years.
- Drivers must be at least 21 years of age and a High School graduate or equivalent.
- Drivers must pass the Federal Transit Administration Drug & Alcohol testing administered by Mid-West Truckers Association through our agency.
- Drivers must meet current licensing and certification requirements.
- First Aid and CPR certification will be required and provided within the first 3 months of employment.
!! Progressive Wage Scale !!
EOE
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: From $15.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Experience: Van driver: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification: Driver’s License (Required)
Job description
Illinois Valley Community Day Services is seeking an immediate hire for a full-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: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Pay: From $15.00 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 Workshop Manager at our Jerseyville Community Day Services Program.
Responsibilities:
- Will be responsible for recycling and other client work program duties.
- Will support and work with individuals with developmental disabilities (18 years and older).
- May drive program participants on a regular or as needed basis.
Qualifications:
- DSP certification is preferred, but not required. We will train the right individual.
- Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred.
- Must be 21 years old.
- Possess a high school diploma/GED.
- Possess a valid driver’s license, CDL preferred.
This is a great opportunity to work with an outstanding staff, in a positive work environment, and a well-established community of clients!
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Shift: Day shift
Work Location: Jerseyville
IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Job description
Illinois Valley Economic Development Corporation is looking to hire a part-time meal delivery driver. This position will be based out of our Benld Senior Center working 4 hours per day Monday through Friday.
Responsibilities
- Obtain the daily meal delivery list from staff at the meal site and deliver those meals using an agency vehicle.
- Accept and document donations from participants and turn in all donations on a daily basis.
- Help staff load individual filled trays (hot and cold) into coolers for home delivery.
- Attend nutrition staff meetings as required.
- Maintain confidentiality of program participants and agency information.
Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Ability to drive. Maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license and sufficient insurance coverage.
EOE
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits: Paid time off
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification: Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Pay: $15.00 per hour
IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
Job description
Illinois Valley is looking to hire a Cook for their Senior Nutrition Centers.
This will be a PRN position based out of our Carrollton Senior Center working as needed at our Carrollton, Carlinville, Benld, and Jerseyville locations. The Cook will prepare meals for both congregate and home delivered meals. Must be able to maintain proper safety and sanitary conditions in all areas of food handling, sanitation, and service areas.
Responsibilities:
- Cook, prepare, and serve meals
- Package food for delivery or storage
- Clean dining area and kitchen
- Must maintain confidentiality
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Qualified applicant must be over 21 years of age.
- Have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Current Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) or Food Service Sanitation Manager (FSSM) Certification or be willing to secure one within a reasonable time.
- Experience in similar cooking environment preferred.
- Ability to supervise and coordinate other staff and volunteers.
- Ability to relate well with senior participants in order to provide the best service possible.
- Ability to drive. Maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license and sufficient insurance coverage.
Availability: Monday – Friday from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m.
This is a PRN position working up to 29 hours per week
EOE
Job Type: PRN
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Shift: Day shift
Experience: Cooking – 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification: Food Manager Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: Varies. Will work as needed at our Carrollton, Carlinville, Jerseyville, and Benld locations.
IMMEDIATE HIRE!!
GENEROUS MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT!
**** $18 Hourly ****
Illinois Valley is hiring a part-time Home Care Aide to provide general non-medical support to clients in the Macoupin County area with generous mileage reimbursement.
Responsibilities:
- Will provide general support, such as housekeeping, laundry, meal prep, personal care, shopping, etc.
- Will complete tasks to help maintain, strengthen, and safeguard the functioning of individuals, ages 60 and over, in their own homes.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of experience in home care or personal care preferred.
- Must be willing to submit to background check.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license and sufficient insurance coverage
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING 15-20 hours per week (We will work around your schedule!)
EOE
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Retirement plan
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CNA (Preferred)
- Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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.