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Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Department: Children Services

Hours: Part-Time

Description of Position: Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPA) work directly and indirectly under the supervision of Speech-Language Pathologists. Work in the local school system and/or in-house setting here at TradeWinds. The job will require local travel to various schools within the community. Must be available for the school hour day from 8:00 am – 3:30 pm.

Education Requirements:  Associate’s degree in an SLPA program or Bachelor’s degree in a speech-language pathology or communication disorders program.

Experience Required:   Successful completion of a minimum of one hundred (100) hours of supervised fieldwork experience or its clinical experience equivalent.

Position Reports to:   Speech Language Pathologist

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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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Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)

Department:

Hours: Full & Part-Time

Full & Part-Time Positions Available

Residential Group Homes & Waiver/Supported Living Homes

STARTING PAYING $13.25/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 50 years.

TradeWinds offers:

• * Competitive wages & paid training (evening training available)
• * 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.
• * High school diploma or equivalent
• * Valid driver’s license with no suspensions for traffic infractions during the past three years
• * Must be at least 21 years of age
• * Able to pass a drug screen & criminal history check
• * Must be a responsible, reliable person who is able to work independently.

TradeWinds offers competitive wages and paid training.
Benefits available for both full & part-time.

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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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Speech Therapist

Department: Children & Adult Services

Hours: Full Time

POSITION OBJECTIVES:  Provides a safe, therapeutic environment that includes activities for developmentally or physically delayed children and adults in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Completes evaluation to identify needs and determine eligibility.  Conducts ongoing treatment based on physician prescription and their Individual Education Plan (IEP), as applicable.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

*Speech therapy shall be performed as prescribed by the medical physician and in accordance with funding authorization.

*Services shall include direct treatment, assessment, and documentation of services.

*Speech therapist shall provide documentation, notes, reports, plans of care, and billing/invoices to the General Manager and Group Home Nursing Services for Adults residing in TradeWinds Group Homes.

*Provide supervision of students, volunteers, associate-level staff, and aides.

*Meet with parents, staff service coordinators, Group Home Nurse, and/or school personnel.

*Maintain a sanitized working environment, identifying needs and repairs, and restocking supplies needed for therapy services.

 REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES – This position provides guidance and reviews the work of aides, volunteers, and student intern. In addition, this position has formal supervisory responsibilities for teachers at the associate degree level.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education – Master’s Degree in Speech Therapy. Speech/Language Pathology license (IN).

Experience and Technical Skills – Minimum of three months to one year experience working with typical and atypical development special needs children and adults.

Mental Skills/Ability (i.e. problem-solving) Ability to communicate with parents, therapists, and other professionals. Excellent writing & organizational skills. Must be able to compute figures to calculate scores for needed tests. Must be alert at all times and have the ability to work with infants and young children. Must be able to react and know what to do or who to contact in emergencies. Must be able to function independently in order to accomplish position requirements, referring unusual problems to supervisor.

Benefits: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Sick Benefits, Short Term Disability, Paid Training, 24/7 Gym access.

Reports to:  General Manager of Programs/Residential

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Sign Shop Worker – Office Assistant

Department: Sign Shop

Hours: Part-Time, Days

Description of Position:  To assist with the documentation piece of the sign-making process. Includes ordering and maintaining supplies, inventory, invoicing, and maintaining the customer database. Providing reporting information to the Fiscal and Marketing departments as required.

Education Requirements:      High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience Required: Computer skills- typing, data entry, e-mail, Word, Excel.   Design, Publisher, Adobe skills a plus. Must be able to safely work with standard tools such as a knife, T-square ruler, tape measure, drill, saw, calculator, scissors, etc.

Position Reports to:   Sign Shop Designer/Coordinator

Additional Information:  Ability to organize and follow specific instructions. Must be detail orientated.

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PreSchool Teacher 3-5 Year Old’s

Department: Children Services

Hours: Full Time - Monday - Friday, must be available 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Description of Position: Classroom management of normal developing and special needs children, supervise field trips, lesson planning and actively participate in daily learning and enrichment activities.  Feeding diapering and potty as well as following through on therapy recommendations necessary within the classroom setting.  The individual must possess creativity, enthusiasm, and strong leadership qualities best suited to craft an optimal learning environment.  Must be able to complete documentation as required by state regulations.  Attend meetings with parents and/or department staff.  Review the work of aides and function independently in order to accomplish assignments, able to maintain confidentiality.

Education Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age.  Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.  May require First Steps credentials.

Experience Required: Must have 3 months to one year experience in working with children in a childcare setting.  Must have good organizational skills.  Must have the ability to work with infants and young children as well as respond properly to emergencies.  Key to this position well is a positive attitude, team player spirit, and lots of energy with the ability and willingness to participate in outdoor/physical activities.

Position Reports to: Children Services Coordinator

Additional Information: Must be able to pass drug screening and criminal background check.

Benefits: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Sick Benefits, Short Term Disability, Paid Training, 24/7 Gym access.

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Employment Services Specialist

Department: Employment Services

Hours: Full & Part-Time - Flexible Hours

Tradewinds Services, Inc, located in Merrillville, has a full or part-time position as a Specialist in our Employment Services department. Hours can be flexible.

As a member of TradeWinds Services and an integral part of a diverse population of individuals with disabilities, the candidate is responsible for evaluating, planning, organizing, and providing services on an individual basis for participants enrolled in the program who are seeking community employment. The primary job duties may vary based on the agency’s needs but includes job readiness instruction, discovery profiles, situational assessments, job development, and job coaching.

Experience Required:   Must have strong organizational and problem-solving capabilities. Must be able to take direction and function as a team player. Must have excellent writing and verbal skills. Must have good decision-making and time management skills and be responsible, mature, and flexible. One to three years of experience working with diverse populations is preferred.

Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent GED required. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Social Services or related field.

Additional Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license with no suspensions for traffic infractions during the past three years. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be a responsible, reliable person who is able to work independently. Must be able to pass drug screening and criminal background check.

Position Reports to: Employment Services Coordinator

Benefits: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Benefits, Short Term Disability, Paid Training, 24/7 Gym access.

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Sign Shop Production Worker

Department: Sign Shop

Hours: Full Time

POSITION OBJECTIVES: To assist with design, create and install all types of signs to customer specifications and ensure a quality product is created and completed on time.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Review production schedule with coordinator and sign shop production supervisor to meet deadlines; Assist workers with proper techniques for production and installation; Work with supervisor to manage production flow to ensure timely completion and delivery; Monitor production for quality assurance; Deliver products when required; Assist customers in person and on the telephone as required; Assist with maintaining material and equipment inventory; Utilize opportunities to learn computer and/or design skills

Other Responsibilities: Maintain compliance with required deadlines; Inspire pride, excellence, and professional behavior throughout the agency; Create and promote an environment of respect and trust by honoring the provisions of the policy on professionalism and code of ethics; Conduct all activities according to the policies as stated in the Employee Handbook; Adhere to all other policies and procedures; Attend all departmental/agency required training

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education – High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience and Technical Skills – Experience to safely work with standard tools: Knife, t-square, ruler, tape measure, drill, saw, calculator, scissors, etc. Experience in sign production using various types of materials

Mental Requirements: Ability to organize, must be detail-oriented. Ability to follow specific instructions. Ability to use computers.

Contact with Others: Contact with various departments daily. Contact with the general public.

 Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Ability to assist with installations in various weather conditions. Long periods of standing, reaching, kneeling, and climbing. Ability to push and pull items

 Working Conditions: Shop environment; Outside & off-site work is required. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Other Requirements: Be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Be at least twenty-one (21) to operate company vehicles. Must possess a current valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance, no suspensions within a 3-year period. Must be able to comply with pre-hire requirements such as a background check, drug & TB test, ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community.

Position Reports to:   Sign Shop Designer/Coordinator

Benefits: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Benefits, Short Term Disability, Paid Training, 24/7 Gym access.

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Transportation Driver

Department:

Hours: Part-Time

TradeWinds Services has a position for a driver to transport individuals with disabilities to and from the TradeWinds center and their place of employment. This is a split shift position averaging 15-20 hours, 5 days a week. Mornings from 7 am – 9 am and afternoons 3 pm – 5 pm. The right person will be responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of those individuals. It is the role of the transportation driver to ensure the most efficient and safest routes. This position requires the right person to be flexible about time and schedule changes. There is an opportunity for additional hours for events.

This person will also be responsible to:

• *Ensure the vehicle has sufficient fuel
• *Keep vehicle clean and free of debris
• *Transport individuals to and from authorized locations only
• *Operate vehicle in such a way that road and safety regulations are always followed; immediately reporting any traffic violations and accidents to Human Resources
• *In the event of an accident, assure medical emergency procedures are followed; complete written internal incident reports as required by TradeWinds’ procedure and other authorities.
• *Attend and participate in centers in-service training, and other continuing education, career, and professional development opportunities.
• *Perform other duties as assigned.

Must possess a current valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance, no suspensions within a 3-year period; high school diploma or equivalent; be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to comply with pre-hire requirements such as a background check, drug & TB test, ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community, have effective organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills. Must be able to physically move through the bus, and the center. Experience successfully working with culturally diverse populations is also desirable.

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Respite DSP

Department:

Hours: Full & Part-Time

We are seeking

Direct Support Professionals

to provide

RESPITE CARE

Are you compassionate and enjoy working with people?

TradeWinds Services is a non-profit agency that has been providing support and care to individuals with intellectual disabilities in Northwest Indiana for 50 years. We currently have Part-time and Full-time positions available.

Respite Care offers caregivers of children and adults with disabilities the opportunity for a short-term break to care for themselves, spend time with other family members, or have the freedom to run errands without worry. Our Respite Care staff takes individuals with special needs on outings to community-based activities, shopping, bowling, theaters, etc. Respite care can also be provided in-home or at a TradeWinds Respite Apartment.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Must have a valid driver’s license with no suspensions for traffic infractions during the past three years. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be a responsible, reliable person who is able to work independently. The flexible hours can be good for a college student, retiree, or a person looking for part-time employment.

Benefits: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Benefits, Short Term Disability, Paid Training, 24/7 Gym access.

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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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Sewing Machine Operators

Department: Industries - Sewing Manufacturing

Hours: Full Time - Monday thru Friday, hours may vary

WE ARE IN IMMEDIATE NEED

OF EXPERIENCED

SEWING MACHINE OPERATORS

We are producing PPE’s – disposable masks and gowns –

critically needed in the health care industry to treat and fight the spread of COVID-19.

Our Sewing Services Department has produced personal protection equipment (PPEs) for federal government agencies for more than 30 years and our services are needed now more than ever. We need help producing coveralls, gowns, and masks for healthcare workers, first responders, and other professionals called to duty. Fight COVID-19 with us!

Education Requirements: High school diploma preferred but not required.

Benefits: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Sick Benefits, Short Term Disability, Paid Training, 24/7 Gym access.

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Preschool Teacher Assistant/Sub

Department: Children Services

Hours: Part-Time - Must be available Monday-Friday; 6:30 am- 6:00 pm (hours will vary)

Description of Position: The Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing for the care, safety, and well-being of the children assigned to the classroom; supporting early learning experiences while using Creative Curriculum in the classroom. Responsible for implementing and following Childcare Licensing regulations, Head Start Performance Standards, Paths to Quality/NAEYC criteria, TradeWinds policies, procedures and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom.

The Assistant Teacher assists in preparing the classroom materials and plans providing quality learning experiences for young children with and without special needs.  Assist in maintaining records on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning and utilization of Teaching Strategies Gold. Utilizes positive discipline to guide the child’s behavior in positive ways that support total growth and development, and promote self-esteem; Must work collaboratively and maintain an open, friendly, and professional relationship with the teachers, family members, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.

Qualities the candidate must have:

• * Effective organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills
• * Genuine commitment to education and learning
• * Possess excellent judgment as well as problem-solving/decision-making ability
• * Positive attitude

 Additional Responsibilities:  Assistant teacher must obtain at least 20 hours of professional development a year, including attending meetings and training, and maintaining the appropriate competencies and abilities as required by the position; training may occur in the evenings or on weekends, or online.

Education Requirements: Minimum CDA, Preferred Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education; Experience working with children with special needs preferred.

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Substitute Lunch Monitor

Department: Industries

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Description of Position: Supervise the adult participants in the lunchroom/break area during scheduled morning breaks, lunch periods and afternoon breaks. Monitors adult participants’ behaviors by circulating and interacting with participants during lunch and break periods; encouraging participants to move about the room in an orderly fashion. Reports all adult participant injuries, accidents, illnesses, and behavior problems to the appropriate authority immediately, and as soon as reasonably possible completes written documentation of any of these occurrences.

Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience Required: Prefer past experience working with children or adults with disabilities. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Position Reports To: Production Manager

Additional Information: Must be able to pass drug screening and criminal background check. Interested candidates should complete an application and submit resume.

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