KETCH OPEN POSITIONS POSTING

3-04-2010

Behavior Vocational Trainer: 1 FT, M-F 8a-4p hours in the ABLE program. Responsible to address inappropriate or aggressive behaviors, provide supervision and training, and assist with daily group and community activities. Requires high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and good driving record. Previous experience with MR/DD preferred.

Community Living Program Coordinator: FT position, mostly M-F with some evening and weekend hours. Coordinates residential services and is responsible for monitoring quality of services and personnel management. Requires supervisory experience, 6 months MR/DD experience, BS/BA degree or comparable experience, valid driver’s license, and good driving record.

Community Living Trainer: Community Living Trainers work with adults with developmental disabilities in a home setting.  This position provides training on basic life skills to help the individual be as independent as possible.  The staff person must possess basic skills and be able to teach someone how to cook, clean, grocery shop, participate appropriately in community activities, and be safety aware.  Must be able to read and understand the goals of persons served, and assist the individual to achieve those goals.  Requires a 2-week weekday, daytime orientation.  All available positions are evening and weekend shifts.  Most positions average 20 hours a week, although a couple of full-time positions that require unpaid sleepovers are available.  Full time positions that require sleepover start at $9/hour, positions without sleepover are $7.50/hour. Requires a high school diploma or GED.  Prior experience in a related position working with persons with disabilities is preferred. Requires a valid driver's license with a good driving record; must have a dependable vehicle and proof of vehicle insurance. Skills required include: Strong verbal and written communication skills, conflict resolution and problem solving ability, organizational and time management skills. Compassionate, patient, reliable, creative and energetic with ability to motivate and teach others. Must be able to lift 50 lbs or ¼ of own body weight, whichever is less.  Individuals in the position must have knowledge, awareness and understanding of the needs of persons with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities.  Individuals must have a visionary and person-centered philosophy of services.  Ability to use typical household appliances, medical equipment, and some minor office equipment also required.

Maintenance Tech - Grounds: FT position, generally M-F 8:00a.m.-4:30 p.m. Responsible for providing grounds and exterior property upkeep and maintenance at all KETCH facilities and residential properties.  Responsible for following safety policies and procedures and performing duties in a cost effective and efficient manner. Must have general maintenance knowledge and work experience; be able to use hand tools, power tools, and light shop equipment; and have good communication skills. Requires HS diploma/GED, valid driver’s license, and good driving record.

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