Careers

Department: Pre-Vocational

Hours: Full-Time (1)

Description of Position:

• Responsible to train Pre-Vocational participants based on their individual goals as identified in their Person-Centered Individualized Service Plans (PCISP). Provide reinforcements and support as specified in individual Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and Health Risk Plans. Train participants to enable the person served to maximize their performance on a variety of production jobs.
• Curriculum instruction to enhance employability and daily living skills.
• Daily complete written documentation regarding each participant’s progress toward achieving goals as well as their behavior and/or risk plans (as applicable). There are a total of 16 participants daily per work area.
• Actively engage in conversation with participants throughout the day, providing work instructions, monitoring quality of work, tracking individual progress toward goals.
• Accurate daily record keeping on Individual Goals/tasks, attendance logs and timecards.

Experience Required:

• 1-2 year’s experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with a background in education and/or teacher’s aide experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or business setting preferred.

Position Reports to:     Day Services Manager

Please respond by completing an internal application or by submitting a resume with a letter of interest to the Human Resources Department no later than:

Thank you and we wish you much success in your career with TradeWinds Services.

TradeWinds is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer.  TradeWinds does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, citizenship, national origin, disability, genetics, medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Department: Supported Living

Hours: Full-time position

Description of Position:
The Supported Living Coordinator oversees the Supported Living Department. They are responsible for the supervision of the QIDPS in the Supported Living department. The Supported Living Coordinator oversees appropriate staffing, staff hours, assists with hiring needs and conducts monthly reviews. They ensure trainings, inspections, and plans of care are appropriate and complete. The Supported Living Coordinator ensures that medical care for the consumers is complete and up to date and all other needs are met.

Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in human/social services, business management/supervision, leadership.

Experience Required:
Prior experience in developing and implementing individual programs, program evaluations, and working in a team environment. Must have good decision-making and time management skills and be responsible, mature, and flexible. Must have supervision experience and be detail orientated.

Position Reports to: Director of Programs

Additional Information:
If interested, please complete an application/resume:

Thank you and we wish you much success in your career with TradeWinds Services, Inc.

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HR Director Chief Executive Officer Chief Operating Officer

TradeWinds is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer. TradeWinds does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, citizenship, national origin, disability, genetics, medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. Veterans and Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Department: Children Services

Hours: Monday-Friday; 9:00 am- 5:30 pm (hours will vary)

Description of Position:
The Lead Teacher and the Assistant Teacher are responsible for the care and education of a group of children as part of a teaching team. They are responsible for supervising and caring for children 2 years of age, that are enrolled in the TradeWinds Little EHS Childcare program. They are responsible to plan and implement the curriculum in accordance with TradeWinds and Childcare Partnership Partner, Geminus. This position requires active participation with the children, families, and other members of the teaching team to assess and address the needs of individual children.
Education Requirements: CDA/ Associate’s /bachelor’s degree in early childhood or Elementary Education; Must meet childcare licensing requirements; Must be at least 21 years of age.
Experience: Must have at least three (3) months experience with children in a classroom setting
Additional Requirements: Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Department: Children Services

Hours: Must be avaliable from 7:30AM-5:00PM Monday-Friday and be available for the full 9 weeks of camp.

Description of Position:

Camp Assistants are responsible for supervising and caring for children ages 5 through 17 years of age that are enrolled in our summer programs.  They are responsible for assisting with planning and implementing the curriculum in accordance with TradeWinds Services.  This position may include driving a 12-passenger bus to and from field trip sites.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience Required:   Experience with school-age children, school- based settings and/or special needs populations (preferred) 21 years of age or a junior in college.

Position Reports to:          Camp Lead

Additional Information:

Must be able to pass all background checks

Preferably a valid driver’s license

Interested candidates should complete an application and/or resume and submit them no later than:

April 1, 2025

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TradeWinds Services, Inc, located in Merrillville has a part-time Maintenance Assistant position in the Building & Grounds department, Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, some evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Responsible for the appearance, safety, and maintenance of the main center and residential sites owned by TradeWinds. Plan & perform maintenance for all sites owned/operated by TradeWinds Services Inc.

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of building trades, must have a valid driver’s license. Experience in industrial and institutional maintenance repairs, experience with building trades, and the ability to use power tools/maintenance equipment.

If interested, please apply online at

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TradeWinds is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer. TradeWinds does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, citizenship, national origin, disability, genetics, medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.

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Hours: Full or Part-Time

Full & Part-Time Positions Available

Residential Group Homes & Waiver/Supported Living Homes

STARTING AT $18.75 PER HOUR

TradeWinds Services, Inc. is a non-profit agency that has been providing support and care to individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities in Northwest Indiana for over 55 years.

TradeWinds offers:

• * Competitive wages & paid training
• * Part-Time Benefits: dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, and a 24/7 gym at our facility
• * Full-time Benefits: medical, vacation & sick time, holiday pay, AFLAC, plus the dental, vision, 401K & the 24/7 gym.

Work cooperatively with 
supervisors and other staff to:

• * implement programming
• * training
• * recreational and community activities (indoor and outdoor)
• * therapeutic activities
• * provide a safe, clean, positive environment at all times
• * give engaging assistance to individuals aiding in developing strategies that overcome obstacles
• * promote an opportunity for growth.

Requirements:

• * Flexibility in schedule including nights, weekends, & holidays.
• * Valid driver’s license – must meet requirements.
• * Must be at least 21 years of age.
• * Must clear TradeWinds’ background checks.
• * Must be a responsible, reliable person who is able to work independently.

Click “Apply online” button below to complete online job application

Individuals with disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Tradewinds is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer. Tradewinds does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, citizenship, national origin, disability, genetics, medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, or any federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

Department: Production

Hours: As Needed - Monday - Friday, 7 am - 3:30 pm

This is a substitute position to fill in as needed, working with adults with developmental disabilities.

Description of Position:   Responsible to train participants based on their individual pre-vocational goals as identified in their Individual Service Plans.  In addition, provide training to enable the person served to maximize their performance on a variety of production jobs.  Job accommodations and daily written documentation are required regarding participants’ progress and related service issues.  Participation in consumer person-centered planning meetings is required.

Education Requirements:   Minimum High school diploma or GED; post-secondary/training preferred.

Experience Required:  Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Preference will be given to candidates with a background in education and/or teacher’s aide experience. Shipping experience preferred.  Must be able to multi-task as well as effectively communicate both orally and written.  Must be able to objectively and calmly handle crisis situations.

TradeWinds is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer. TradeWinds does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, citizenship, national origin, disability, genetics, medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, or any federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.