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The DuPage County Health Department is looking for a new team member at their Glendale Heights Group home, a Resident Assistant. Schedule is Sunday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
In this position, you will have the opportunity to provide life-changing assistance to adult clients, who live with behavioral health disorders. The program focuses on teaching clients to live independently with the goal of being able to live self-sufficiently within a community. All positions provide an opportunity to make a positive difference in your community, while gaining valuable experience working in the field of Human Services.
Salary is $32,552. As a full-time DuPage County employee, you will be eligible for their full benefit package which includes: 12 paid holidays per year, 12 Weeks of paid parental leave, accrued sick leave, 5 paid personal days, 12 paid vacation days, Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness. They also offer an IMRF pension as well as Health, Dental and Vision Insurance. *Salary may increase based on experience.

• Provide assistance to adult clients with serious mental illnesses in learning independent living skills using various methods of role modeling and motivational interviewing, demonstrating and assisting with tasks such as making a shopping list, preparing meals or following recipe instructions.
• Provide education and direction on proper hygiene and grooming and demonstrates housekeeping skills.
• Monitor overall personal safety of residents including crisis intervention.
• Participate and encourages clients with individual and group recreational activities such as sewing, cooking and art.
• Monitor medication effectiveness and may observe clients taking medications.
• Assist in facilitating transportation including assisting clients in attending all scheduled appointments.
• Perform tasks related to maintaining environmental standards in residential facilities and vehicles.
• Maintain records according to health department policies and assists in managing clients’ financial accounts.
• Maintain confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to client privacy laws.
• Participate in emergency activities as assigned.

The DuPage County Health Department is looking for a new team member to join them working as a Peer Support/Engagement Specialist in their Crisis Services programs. This full-time position is on the day shift, Tuesday through Saturday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. This position requires a valid driver’s license and use of an automobile as the incumbent travels with the community. Crisis services staff work as a team to deliver quality care, and a quick response to residents in need. Click Crisis Services to learn more about the program.
As a DuPage County employee, you’ll enjoy 12 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, paid sick time, 5 paid personal days and tuition and reimbursement certification to help you continue growing in your career. They also offer 12 weeks of paid parental leave, paid training and orientation. This position is pension-eligible through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), giving you peace of mind with a guaranteed retirement plan. Plus, you may qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program, making your financial future even brighter. Salary range is $33,825 – $38,825 annually. Salary is based on experience and having or obtaining a CRSS certification.

• Primary assignment is on the Substance Use Stabilization Unit, which includes Sobering Care and Withdrawal Management services for adults 18 and over.
• Establishing rapport, sharing experiences, and strengthen engagement with individuals in substance use crisis.
• Assisting in de-escalation of clients experiencing a mental health crisis through engagement with clients and coordination with team members providing clinical intervention.
• Willing to self-disclose personal lived experience in mental health or substance use recovery (or both) for the benefit of supporting the individuals’ receiving services.
• Role model positive recovery behaviors with clients in Crisis Programs.
• Provides skill building and case management to clients with high need.
• Maintaining required training, licensure and/or certification.
• Maintaining confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to client privacy laws.
• Demonstrating sensitivity and understanding of other ethnic groups and cultures.
• Adhering to department guidelines for attendance and punctuality.
• Completing of required documentation within established timeframes, through use of an Electronic Client Record
• Participating in team meetings to assess clients’ progress.
• Participating in emergency response activities as assigned.

Village of Downers Grove is accepting applications for a Plan Reviewer in the Community Development department. A successful candidate has the knowledge and experience to review and approve plans for commercial and residential construction submitted to the department. The position manages permit reviews for various types of construction projects and coordinates reviews and project status across multiple departments and with applicants. This position will serve as the primary Commercial plan reviewer and assist the Residential plan reviewer, as needed. Although advertised as a full-time position, the role offers flexibility to convert to part-time upon request.
The salary range for the full-time Plan Reviewer position is $83,754 – $115,162, or $40.26 – $55.36 hourly for part-time. The starting maximum is dependent on qualifications. The Village provides an excellent benefits package for full-time employment, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF). Review the Benefits Summary for additional details. A part-time employee is entitled to participate in the IMRF pension plan if the position maintains a twenty (20) hour workweek and paid leave is offered at 0.025 hours for every one (1) hour worked during each pay period.
Major Duties and Functions:

• Review and approve submitted plans for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances; review plans for architectural, electrical, plumbing, accessibility, energy conservation, mechanical conditions, and preliminary zoning and site condition characteristics.
• Coordinate review comments from a multidisciplinary team within and outside the department; monitor extra-jurisdictional approvals required before permit issuance; and approve the permit once all items have been successfully addressed.
• Review plans for scopes of work such as commercial tenant improvements, new commercial, including multi-family and industrial buildings; review the relationship of structures to various site considerations.
• Review Planning & Zoning Commission cases at the conceptual level.
• Review plans, as needed, for single-family homes, townhouses, additions, accessory structures, electrical upgrades, and other residential construction.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project reviews, interfacing with property owners, general contractors, developers, homeowners, and Village staff.
• Answer questions about permit requirements, building codes, and related questions; facilitate resolutions to routine problems related to construction and coordinate responses from Village staff, as appropriate.
• Conduct site visits and research, when necessary, to clarify review issues and concerns, and to better understand land and structure characteristics and relationships, to aid in preparing reviews.
• Track projects throughout the construction phase, determine final requirements to be met before occupancy, assign permit expiration fees and re-inspection fees as required, and prepare information for Certificate of Occupancy.
• Assist with building inspections on an as-needed basis.
• Assist the Building Division Manager with code updates on an as-needed basis.

Prince Industries in Carol Stream has a number of CNC positions to fill. Below lists some positions. Click on Apply Now to learn more and apply if you have the skills. Be sure to select Carol Stream on location.
The CNC Maintenance Mechanic: Repairs and maintains building and mechanical machinery, hydraulic components and physical structures of production machines and equipment (i.e. engines, motors, pneumatic tools, etc.) by performing the following duties. Pay range is $30 – $38 per hour.
CNC Machine Set Up Operator: Reports to the Production Manager and will operate CNC Milling Machines to machine metallic and non-metallic workpieces by performing a variety of duties. 2nd Shift Hours: 4:30pm – 12:00am, M-F. Must be able to complete training during first shift hours. Pay range is $26 – $30 per hour.
CNC Milling – Set Up Operator: Reports to the Production Manager and will operate CNC Milling Machines to machine metallic and non-metallic workpieces by performing a variety of duties. 2nd Shift Hours: M-F, 4:30pm – 1:00am.  Must be able to complete training during first shift hours. Pay range is $23 – $28 per hour.
Benefits: Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage; Dental PPO Insurance; Vision PPO Insurance; Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance; Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D; Critical Illness Insurance; Accident Insurance; 401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match; Personal Retirement Advisor; PTO and 9 Paid Holidays per year; and more.

DU-COMM is a large, consolidated center located in DuPage County that serves 45 Police and Fire/EMS agencies. They are seeking qualified applicants to join their team to play a critical role in the emergency response for the communities that they serve.
-They will train on all DU-COMM and member agency Telecommunicator protocols, procedures, and operations to complete the certification programs for Call Taking, then Police and/or Fire.
-Answer 9-1-1 and other incoming phone calls and process requests for Police, Fire, and EMS with accuracy.
-Promptly and courteously communicate with citizens and member agency personnel while assisting them.
-Accurately perform data entry on requests for service, tracking unit status, and other information provided by field personnel while verifying key details.
-Monitor assigned radio channel and dispatch calls to appropriate police or fire units, via radio, and coordinate additional response as needed.
-Perform routine notifications to outside agencies, including but not limited to: utilities, public works, non-member agencies, businesses, and citizens.
-Efficiently operate a variety of communications center equipment and software, including but not limited to: Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD), telephone system, radio, call check, mapping programs, messaging, and available resources.
-Become certified in Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD), LEADS, NIMS, CPR, and other certifications as necessary.
-Telecommunicator is trained and certified in medical and fire dispatching to provide critical life-saving assistance for the caller. Click HERE to apply.
-Pay range for Telecommunicator 1 is $65,478 to $73,008 paid hourly and Telecommunicator 2 is $70,782 to $98,738. Once certified on Police or Fire as TC2, step increases, COLA increases, overtime, comp time, and stipends are also available.
Benefits:

• Paid time off (PTO) of 208 hours each year once phone certified
• Holiday Premium Pay
• Group health insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO or PPO plans
• $30,000 group life insurance
• IMRF pension
• Union representation by Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (ILFOPLC)
• Tactical/MERIT/IL-TERT dispatcher opportunities
• Uniform Allowance
• Holiday Pay

Connect to a Career in Green Energy. Find a new career in the growing green energy industry. They can help connect you to the training needed to enter a job in clean energy, construction, building trades and more.
Careers in green energy offer a wide range of opportunities. Goodwill’s clean energy training programs help ensure that everyone—especially those from historically underserved communities—can access these valuable career paths.
Clean Energy Training Programs & Support Services:

• Clean Jobs Workforce Network Program: Provides clean jobs training and a career pipeline through 13 workforce hubs across Illinois.
• Illinois Climate Works Pre-apprenticeship Program: Prepares individuals for careers in clean energy, construction and building trades.
• Energy Transition Barrier Reduction Program: Offers support services like tools, mentoring, travel stipends, work clothes, certifications and childcare.
• Clean Energy Contractor Incubator Program: Provides training, mentorship and business planning for clean energy businesses through 13 regional contractor incubators.
• Clean Energy Prime Contractor Accelerator Program: Mentoring and capacity building for contractors working on large-scale clean energy projects.
• Support Services: Program participants can receive services including bus cards, gas cards, training stipend, childcare assistance or mental health counseling.

Bricklayers District Council Training Center (DCTC) accepts year-round applications for its Apprenticeship Training Program 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, at DCTC, 2140 Corporate Dr., Addison, IL. Bricklayers install brick, stone, tile, marble, etc., by constructing or repairing walls, partitions, fireplaces, sewers and various structures. Get your applications HERE. Get directions HERE.
Applications are accepted throughout the year, Mondays through Fridays between 8:00am – 3:00pm, at the DCTC office. Application MUST be submitted in person per Department of Labor requirements. Required documents are:

• Birth certificate
• Government issued ID
• Social Security card
• $20.00 application fee (cash, check or money order payable to DCTC)
• This program is for anyone who is interested, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin or sex. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

The Lyons-based Glaziers Local 27 accepts applications into its Apprentice Training Program from 9 a.m. to noon, on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of EVERY month at its office, 4225 Lawndale Ave., Lyons, IL. You MUST call for an appointment. Find out more about their programs HERE. Glaziers specialize in glass and architectural metal work and are responsible for cutting, installing, and repairing glass in various building applications like windows, doors, skylights, and curtainwalls. Get directions HERE.
Entry Process:

• Complete application forms at the JATC office in Lyons at 4225 Lawndale Ave.
• Applications are available (as determined by the JATC) on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month, 9am-12pm. Call the office for an appointment.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Submit a $25.00 application fee (no personal checks).
• Submit required documents – High School Diploma or GED, valid Driver’s License, social security card, birth certificate.
• Must pass a written math aptitude test – 70% or higher passing grade.
• Applicant must seek employment. Once hired, prior to starting work, the applicant must meet with the coordinator, present the “Letter of Intent to Hire” from the contractor stating name, address, telephone number, and social security number.
• Must take a drug screening within 48 hours or 2 working days after notification from the apprenticeship coordinator.
• Applicant must pass an in-person interview with the JATC.
• Applicant must pay a non-refundable initiation fee before beginning work.

The Painters & Allied trades District Council #30 North Central Illinois Finishing Trades Institute will accept applications year-round at the District Council Apprenticeship School located at 1905 Sequoia Drive, Aurora, Illinois.
Trades include – Painter Decorator, Drywall Finisher, Industrial Coatings & Lining Specialist & Glaziers (in certain areas).
All applicants must meet the following qualifications:
-Age 17
-Education – Furnish a high school diploma, or a copy of GED. This must be provided at the start of class. (applicants must get a Letter of Intent to Hire from employer)
-All applicants must be legal resident.
All applicants will be kept on file for a period of 2 years. It is recommended that you keep your records current at the apprentice office.
The number of qualified applicants placed in “on the job” training, depends on the demand for labor in the jurisdiction of Painters District Council No. 39.
Applicants should understand that the Painting, Decorating and Drywall Finishing Industry will require, in order to protect your health and safety, regulations that must be followed as determined by each job assignment. May require movement from job site, at times, is a seasonal occupation and the ability to work heights (ladders & scaffolding).
Classroom instruction will begin at different times during the year. Classes must be attended. Each class is of 8 hours duration, the term of apprenticeship is 3 years.
NCIFTI will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. NCIFTI will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal  Regulations, part 30.
Should you have further questions, feel free to call (630) 966-1451 for more information or you may visit the website by clicking on Learn More.

Disability Solutions’ works with numerous employer partners offering Remote Jobs. Check out the inclusive employers who understand the value of talent with disabilities!

Choosing a Career in Construction is more than building structures – it’s about learning life-long skills, earning competitive wages, and accessing excellent benefits. Union Construction Apprenticeships offer a combination of classroom and hands-on experience training in many types of Trades. The industry’s future continues to thrive, making it an excellent career path for long-term success and various opportunities. Whether you’ve already chosen a craft or are still undecided, this Guide will address numerous questions about pursuing a career in the Union Construction Building Trades.

Construction is one of the fastest growing industries in Illinois. Over the next few years, it is projected to grow by over 12% and we are well-positioned to continue providing a highly skilled and trained workforce by investing in our apprenticeship training programs. If you are looking for an incredible opportunity to build a career, why not trade the traditional career path for a trade? Trade 4 years of waiting for a career for one that starts today! Trade student debt for a trade that allows you to earn while you learn!

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17) is seeking an experienced journalist to set the editorial agenda, guide daily news coverage, and lead a small independent nonprofit newsroom serving Naperville.
This is a senior leadership role for a reporter or producer who believes local journalism builds trust, strengthens communities, and keeps residents informed on the issues that shape their daily lives.
You’ll oversee coverage of local government, education, and community life – while mentoring a team of journalists and ensuring every story is accurate, unbiased, and timely.
This role is ideal for a seasoned print, digital, radio, or video news reporter or producer ready to lead a newsroom and shape how a community stays informed.
Salary is $62,000 – $67,000 based on experience. Benefits: Single-person health, dental, and vision insurance; Life insurance; 12 days PTO plus 5 sick days, 2 personal days, and 10 company holidays; Simple IRA with a company match up to 3%.

• Editorial Leadership & Story Planning
  • Lead daily and long-term planning of news coverage
  • Set story priorities and assign coverage that informs and connects the community
  • Identify gaps and opportunities to strengthen local reporting
• Newsroom Leadership
  • Manage and support a small news team with clear direction and expectations
  • Oversee workflow, scheduling, and timely delivery of content
  • Foster a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented newsroom culture
• Breaking News & Daily Execution
  • Guide the team through breaking news situations, from initial reporting to publishing updates
  • Ensure accurate, timely coverage across platforms under daily deadlines
• Reporting & Storytelling
  • Contribute original reporting, including writing and producing news stories
  • Support daily content needs, including web articles and occasional on-air contributions
  • Bring strong news judgment and storytelling skills to all content
• Editorial Standards & Oversight
  • Review and refine scripts and stories for accuracy, fairness, clarity, and tone
  • Uphold journalistic standards and editorial independence across all coverage
• Digital Publishing & Performance
  • Oversee publishing on NCTV17.org with a focus on clarity, timeliness, and consistency
  • Use analytics to evaluate story performance and inform coverage decisions
  • Push out stories across all social media platforms
• Production Quality (Multi-Platform)
  • Provide guidance to ensure strong visual and audio quality
  • Collaborate with team members on best practices for storytelling across formats
• Community Engagement
  • Build and maintain relationships with local schools, organizations, and government sources
  • Stay connected to the community to inform relevant, responsive coverage

American Academy of Pediatrics has a Production Manager position to fill. This position will manage the publishing production process of assigned American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) medical textbooks and professional/clinical books, ensuring products are delivered within established timelines, budgets, and AAP editorial guidelines.  Annual salary range is $92,823.63 – $97,980.74. Click to see all benefits offered: https://downloads.aap.org/DOHRAS/BenefitsAtAAP.pdf.
Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of textbook and medical book publishing, including researching and choosing vendors for permissions, developmental editing, copyediting, typesetting, design, and printing working with editors and relevant AAP staff.
• Serve as production staff liaison to internal staff and external partners/vendors to define and improve the process of metadata collection and distribution.
• Research, prepare, and manage production schedules and facilitate workflow among relevant internal and external partners, troubleshoot potential variances, and implement effective solutions to ensure timely delivery and cost containment.
• Develop and approve detailed print and digital book specifications, including size, paper, binding, metadata, and accessibility.
•  Establish and monitor detailed product budgets. Conduct ongoing cost analysis, communicate variances, and propose cost-savings opportunities such as alternate specification options. Track and reconcile production costs and provide final reports to relevant staff for inventory and P&L updates.
• Keep current on publishing trends and recommend appropriate book formats to ensure cost effectiveness, improved process efficiency, and optimum user experience for diverse audiences.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with vendors, solicit bids, and negotiate contracts for cost savings. Research and identify new vendors, including overseas printing and typesetting vendors where applicable.
• Maintain knowledge of AAP editorial style guidelines and other established publishing requirements to ensure products are in compliance.
• Conduct proof reviews and other quality assurance checks to ensure production of the highest quality products.
• Participate on internal teams to understand the needs of the other areas and to recommend workflow process changes when applicable.

The City of Naperville seeks a Plumbing Inspector to be responsible for ensuring that all residential and commercial construction projects comply with applicable plumbing codes, ordinances and safety regulations. The Plumbing Inspector will perform field inspections of new and existing plumbing installations and work closely with contractors, engineers, architects, and property owners. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $35.58 to $39.14 per hour commensurate with credentials and experience. Excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance coverage, flexible spending account, deferred compensation, and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).
Responsibilities: