Employment and Volunteer Opportunities

Oak Park Township is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant (Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00) to serve as an integral member of the Oak Park Township team.

The Township Administrative Assistant will support Kim Henry, Operations Manager with a variety of administrative and clerical support tasks and report to her directly. Responsibilities will also be to support the Information Specialist with all her duties when needed.

Click here to view, print, or download the Full Time Administrative Assistant job description.

Interested applicants should submit their resume to Kim Henry, Operations Manager at khenry@oakparktownship.org.

Intake Specialist for Social Services Programs

FLSA: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: General Assistance Manager

DIVISION: Town

DATE: 04/01/2023

PAY GRADE: 12

Job Summary

The Intake Specialist provides screening and intake for the Emergency Assistance (EA), General Assistance (GA), and CEDA Energy programs for Oak Park and River Forest residents. The specialist also provides linkages to other Oak Park Township services and referrals to other community-based programs.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Completes initial screening and completes intake forms for Emergency Assistance/General Assistance programs.
2. Screens calls for the CEDA Energy Programs and schedules appointments for residents.
3. Provides information and referrals to external service providers for Oak Park and River Forest Residents.
4. Schedules appointments for the social service programs with the appropriate staff person.
5. Provides over the phone or in person initial intake assessment of the residents needs according to corresponding program standards, completes intake paperwork, creates case file, provides resident with necessary documents needed to apply, and create case notes in VGA software.
6. For EA eligible participants, assists in the approval process.
7. For GA, refers qualified participants to the General Assistance Manager.
8. For CEDA Energy Programs, assist in the application process.
9. Respects participants’ right of self-determination in all areas of assessment.
10. Provides on-going monitoring of service and participant needs.
11. Completes assessment tools and maintains documentation as required by the standards of the GA/EA manuals.
12. Demonstrates professional written and verbal communication and the ability to provide participants with information regarding services available, with ongoing monitoring and follow-up of service and participant needs.
13. Allows participants to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal; provide reports and information to the appropriate program supervisor.
14. Maintains participant confidentiality and respects participant property.
15. Maintains complete, accurate and timely case records and time logs in the VGA software.
16. Maintains monthly statistics on all programs in area of responsibility.
17. Other duties as assigned by supervisor and senior leadership staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• AA Degree in social science, social work or related field.
• Two-year program experience in a social service capacity or human services
• Preferred: basic knowledge of Department of Human Services programs, Social Security benefits, Unemployment benefits, and CEDA Energy Programs

Certifications:

• Completion of certification training for the CEDA
• Comprehensive training from the General Assistance Training Institute and maintenance of ongoing training requirements

Material and Equipment

• Miscellaneous office equipment and applications, i.e. – laptop, computer, fax, phone, copier, database and web-based applications, Microsoft Office 365, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Public benefit programs
• Program and services to anyone over 18 years old
• Data entry of participant information

Skill In:

• Objectivity
• Excellent communication, active listening, and writing skills
• Data input and report generation
• Data analysis and quality assurance

Ability to:

• Maintain professional composure and act when confronted with difficult participants
• Adapt and improvise in a variety of situations
• Successfully complete applications for benefit enrollment
• Determine eligibility for State and federal benefit programs
• Provide follow through and ensure benefits received
• Required to be in office not a remote position

Physical Abilities:

• Sit, keyboard, read, write, hear and speak for extended periods.
• Lift up to 10 pounds.
• Must be vaccinated for COVID

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties or roles performed by personnel so classified. It is as well intended to be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Interested applicants should submit their resume to April Dugal, General Assistance Manager at adugal@oakparktownship.org.

DRIVER – FULL TIME ($18 - $20hr based on experience)

Oak Park Township is seeking a full-time driver to serve as a member of the Senior Services team to help the Township achieve its mission of: 1) addressing the needs of our community; 2) serving residents to help them remain living independently in the community as long as possible; 3) collaborating with community partners to ensure the needs of the older adults are met.

Drivers are responsible for safely driving passengers to locations; assisting passengers as necessary to embark and disembark from bus pursuant to established procedures; maintaining the assigned vehicle in a clean condition; checking the assigned vehicle for compliance with established safety and maintenance standards.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Safely loading and unloading passengers according to established procedures
• Use of routing tablets and radio to communicate with dispatch.
• Maintain complete and accurate daily log sheets.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Inspect assigned vehicle each day.
• Maintain general running conditions and daily cleanup of assigned vehicle.
• Represent the Township at community events.

Minimum Qualification: High School Diploma.

License: Valid Illinois Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL) with Class B or C Passenger Endorsement preferred; safe driving record as demonstrated by the Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Must be able to secure CDL with passenger endorsement within first 60 days of employment.

Knowledge of: Streets in Oak Park, River Forest, and Forest Park

Skilled in:

• Safe Driving
• Time management
• Customer Service
• Verbal communication

Physical Abilities: Sit, drive, hear and speak for extended periods of time Lift up to 50 pounds. Climb multiple flights of stairs/ramps easily Work in changing weather conditions. Pass DOT physical.

Oak Park Township strengthens our community through programs that support the health and well-being of all Oak Park residents. Oak Park Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Shift:

• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:

Common areas are sanitized. All riders and drivers are required to wear face masks.

Experience:

• Bus driving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL with Passenger Endorsement (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location

Interested applicants should submit their resume to Lori Strong at lstrong@oakparktownship.org.

FOOD SERVICE WORKER – PART TIME (27.5 hours/week 8 a.m. to 1:30 pm)

Oak Park Township is seeking a part time Food Service Worker to serve as a member of the Senior Services team to help the Township achieve its mission of: 1) addressing the needs of our community by providing nutritious meals and opportunities for recreation, education, and socialization for older adults; 2) assisting with the operation of the nutrition site in an open, inclusive, and fiscally responsible manner while maintaining or improving service quality to staff, program participants, vendors and other partners; 3)  assisting with opportunities for increased collaboration with community partners and providing volunteer opportunities to enhance service provision while conserving funds.

The Food Service Staff Worker will:

• Package, serve and/or deliver meals to older adults who participate in our nutrition service program while ensuring adherence to food safety guidelines
• Assist nutrition staff and volunteers in successful daily operations of the nutrition site, which includes set up and breakdown of the service area
• Assist with Well-Being calls to older adults enrolled in the nutrition program
• Stock supplies for the site and inform Nutrition Program Manager of inventory needs
• Create a friendly, open, and welcoming environment by engaging with participants, volunteers, and staff.
• Act as a team player by providing staff coverage for other members of the Nutrition team as needed.
• Utilize food sanitation skillset to maintain high level of food safety at all times.

The position requires a High School Diploma, ServSafe Food Protection Food Manager Sanitation Certification, valid Drivers License, and at least one year of experience in a food service environment.  Successful candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills, work well as part of a team, demonstrate tact, and show sensitivity to the needs of older adults.  A background check and pre-employment test will be required for all candidates.  Experience with Microsoft Office, databases and applicant tracking systems a plus.

For a complete job description, please click here.  Interested applicants should submit a resume via email to Laura Valcour, Nutrition Program Manager, at lvalcour@oakparktownship.org