Compassionate Programs Assistant – Evenings & Weekends

Yachad; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Yachad, a division of The Orthodox Union, seeks a Program Aide to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities during program hours in Illinois. The role focuses on facilitating group activities, providing positive engagement, and ensuring safe transportation to and from the program.

This part-time position offers evening and occasional daytime shifts on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Sundays, with compensation at $20–$25 per hour based on experience and

Qualifications

• HS diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Desire to work with adults with disabilities.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Willingness to use public transportation.
• Ability to handle physical aspects of the job.
• Must be caring, dedicated, responsible, and patient.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engagement during programs
• Implement group activities
• Supervise transportation to/from the program
• Communicate with supervisor, parents, and community liaison
• Mandates mandatory prop

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Education

HS diploma/GED

Job description

Yachad, a division of The Orthodox Union, seeks a Program Aide to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities during program hours in Illinois. The role focuses on facilitating group activities, providing positive engagement, and ensuring safe transportation to and from the program.

This part-time position offers evening and occasional daytime shifts on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Sundays, with compensation at $20–$25 per hour based on experience and