Vocational Services Manager

Are you looking for a position where you can make a difference? CTF Illinois is an essential employer that assists adults with Developmental Disabilities. We are seeking a Vocational Services Manager, who has experience with truck delivery/ pick-up and operating a forklift. The Vocational Services Manager will monitor the day-to-day operations of our Production Floor in Crestwood, IL.

Overview:

• Generally Monday through Friday depending on production timelines
• Supervise Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), including hiring, training, and mentoring
• Accurately report monthly attendance and payroll information
• Advocate for each person’s desires and needs, ensuring their voice is heard
• Monitor DSP performance including annual evaluations
• Coordinate with other departments including, but not limited to, Human Resources, Nursing, and Case Management
• Ensure sites are in clean condition and equipment/supplies are in safe, working condition
• Coordinate and collaborate all production activities including, but not limited to: loading/unloading trucks for delivery, writing invoices, meeting quality control standards, and operating a forklift and pallet jack

Required Experience, Education and/or Training:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of one year of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Possess valid drivers license with acceptable driving record per company requirements.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a production/manufacturing or workshop environment, which include familiarity with quality control systems and piece work assembly.
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to lift and move boxes weighing 30-50 pounds
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite ( Word, Excel etc)

Additional Experience, Education and/or Training Preferred:

• Prefer previous DSP training.
• Prefer CDL license or willingness to obtain
• Prefer previous management or supervisory experience.
• Prefer additional experience beyond one year providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities.

We offer:

• $44,800 Salary
• Health benefits and optional vision, dental, short &  long term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance for full-time employees
• Company paid life insurance for all full-time employees
• Vacation and paid sick leave for all employees
• 401k with company matching