Nurse Supervisor, RN

Job or Role Description: 
The nurse is responsible for dealing with the physical welfare and health of clients of the Center on Deafness and is also responsible for the preparation and administration of medication, as well as maintenance of health records, dental records, medical reports, and medical histories.

Qualifications:
Illinois Licensed Registered Nurse

Competencies:

• Nurse will demonstrate the ability to do the following:
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Prepare necessary information for psychiatrist's monthly review and attend psychiatric sessions.
• Monitor health and immunization status of all clients.
• Communicate with health care professionals and families regarding clients' health status.
• Conduct appropriate health-related inservices as required.
• Regularly consult with clients regarding changes in medical status.
• Maintain and supervise administration of all medications.
• Communicate with pharmacy regarding medication changes, new medication orders, and any discontinued medications.

Critical Job Functions:

• Work with the consulting psychiatrist in monitoring client status.
• Conduct appropriate screenings on clients.
• Monitor immunization status of clients.
• Monitor client self-care and assess need for training or follow-up.
• Report status of client health to parents, staff, placing agencies, and administration upon request.
• Counsel with clients in regard to personal health/hygiene problems.
•  Counsel with staff regarding health needs and serve as resource person for health and safety inservice programs.
• Work with community agencies and medical personnel on common problems, accident procedures, and in the development of health education programs.
• Monitor infection control practices and procedures.
• Supervise and implement medication program.
• Transport clients to medical appointments.
• Chart client contacts/information.
• Perform Nurse Trainer duties including on call dates and required reports.
• Complete as required Self-Administration of Medication Assessment (SAMA)and Physical Status Report (PSR) and Quarterly Medication Assessments.

Salary: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Job Type: Full Time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

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Residential Care Workers / DSP

We are currently hiring Mental Health Workers and DSPs for our adult residential program located in Northbrook and Glenview. The Center on Deafness serves adults who are Deaf and have an intellectual disability or mental health needs. Full time positions include benefits. Qualified candidates should possess the ability to demonstrate care and compassion, the desire to help individuals reach their full potential, and the willingness the learn sign language.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Shifts Available:
Day Shifts: Saturday and Sunday 9:00 - 4:00
Evening shifts: Sunday - Saturday 3:15 - 10:45
Overnight Shifts Monday - Saturday 10:45pm - 8:45am

Job Duties Include:

• Provide an environment where individuals feel safe and supported
• Supervise clients to ensure safety and well-being
• Assist and teach ADL skills such as food preparation, laundry, and other household tasks
• Facilitate community outings; including driving
• Lead individual and group skill-building activities in the areas of daily living, social skills, and community integration.
• Encourage positive relationship building
• Implement treatment plans
• Timely completion of all required documentation
• Ensure the home meets quality standards for cleanliness

Job Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Minimum high school diploma
• Experience is preferred, but will train
• Sensitivity, awareness, and understanding of the client's needs
• Ability to handle disruptive behaviors in a calm, professional manner
• Ability to pass a background check

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

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Program Supervisor/Developmental Instructor​

The Center on Deafness seeks to employ a qualified individual to serve as the program supervisor for its developmental training program. The ideal candidate should have 1 - 3 years of experience working with adults with disabilities. A Bachelor's Degree in a human service field and a valid driver's license is required

​Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

​Job Requirements:

• Experience working with disabled populations
• Strong organizational and written documentation skills
• Ability to complete a background check
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Sign Language a plus but will train
• Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a human service field ( psychology, sociology, social work, public health)

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop weekly/ daily schedules for program participants including activity planning
• Facilitate job preparedness and job coaching
• Developing and implementing structured groups for clients
• Responsible for providing the necessary support and personal assistance needed for individuals to actively participate in COD's developmental training program
• Develop Individual Service Plans for persons served
• Complete all required reports for licensing and grants

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

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Residential Supervisor

We are seeking  to hire a Residential Supervisor for our North Suburban residential care program serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing adults with behavioral and/or intellectual disabilities. Experience is preferred. Sign language is a plus but will train.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Schedule: 8 hour shift - Monday to Friday
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Job Duties Include:

• Provide direct supervision to staff on duty
• Residential case management
• Development and completion of residential assessment
• Provide crisis intervention as needed
• Develop daily activity schedule
• Orientation of new staff members
• Coordinating daily transportation
• Writing monthly reports
• Ensure all residential documentation is completed
• Monthly quality assurance inspections

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of residential experience OR 2 years of college credits and 5 years of full-time relevant experience
• Valid Illinois Driver's license
• Ability to undergo and pass a background check
• Intermediate sign language skills or willingness to learn

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

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