Thank you for your interest in working at UCP of Greater Cleveland. To apply for an open position, please go to our online application. You can also upload a cover letter and/or resume to include with the completed application (not required for all positions, but recommended).
Current Employment Opportunities
Adult Day Services Assistant, Vocational Services
Provides support services, training and delegated nursing for a group of adults with multiple disabilities (i.e., physical, developmental and/or mental) in basic daily living, recreational and work-related habilitation activities to maximize independence and community integration in accordance with their Individual Plan (IP) goals. Carries out IP programs and works cooperatively with ADS and other staff members in providing comprehensive services to program participants to ensure that their needs are met efficiently and that they are served in a safe, clean and comfortable environment. One year’s direct care experience in an ADS activity room, sheltered workshop, or residential setting, with additional training, coursework and/or relevant experience serving adults with multiple and/or severe disabilities required.
Community Employment Supervisor (Project SEARCH), Vocational Services
Under the direction of the Employment Services Manager, provide individual planning, monitoring and program coordination and support services for individuals enrolled in Community Employment, assuming primary responsibility for assisting participants with finding jobs and supervising staff in the Project SEARCH school-to-work transition program. Work cooperatively with host employers, site supervisors/job coaches, teachers, families, and referral sources to identify participants’ strengths, interests, and abilities related to career goals, job development and placement at Project SEARCH sites and community work sites. Determine what supports and/or adaptations may be needed for training and successful long-term employment. Perform follow along services based on the needs of the individual. Assist with planning and expansion of the Project SEARCH model and competitive employment opportunities for persons served. Bachelor’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, special education, social work, business or related human services field preferred. Three to five years minimum experience in the school-to-work transition or job development/placement fields working with individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities, preferably in a community employment capacity, required. Proven marketing and job matching skills is also required.
In Home Care Aide/Direct Support Professional, Residential Services
1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift. East & West Sides (Various full and part-time positions available)
No certification is required. These positions are located in either one of our group homes or in the clients’ own homes. These individuals provide direct care such as meal preparation, feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting and housekeeping to adults with disabilities. We require a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license with no more than 2 moving violations, reliable transportation, must be at least 21 years old and have the ability to lift 50 pounds or more. Other duties as assigned.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Vocational Services
Part-time (20 hours/week). Responsible for ensuring the orders of the physician and instructions of the Registered Nurse are carried out as intended; to identify, monitor and report the health needs of our clients in cooperation with the Registered Nurse and to ensure a safe and positive environment for all individuals. Responsible for the implementation and documentation of programming, providing personal care and providing support and medically related instruction to Adult Day Support Assistants, STNAs and Direct Support Professionals. High school diploma or GED required. Must possess a current license of Practical Nursing valid in the state of Ohio (to include pharmacology). One year experience in an acute or long-term care setting, experience with goal setting and training for individuals with mental retardation and developmental disabilities preferred. Valid Ohio drivers license with no more than three (3) moving violations and reliable daily transportation.
Occupational Therapist, Children’s Services
With general supervision, plans, organizes and participates in medically oriented occupational therapy programs to habilitate children with developmental disabilities in center-based or school-based programs. Will work with children in school-based setting and in pediatric clinic. Combination of education and experience normally represented by a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, licensed by the State of Ohio and certification by the American Occupational Therapy Association. The ability to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds. Minimum one (1) to two (2) years related work experience required. Possess a valid Ohio driver’s license with no more than three (3) moving violations and have reliable daily transportation.
Physical Therapist, Children’s Services
A degree in Physical Therapy from an approved school. Licensure in the State of Ohio. Experience in working with children in team, collaborative settings. Diagnoses neuro-muscular disorders and undertakes corrective measures to improve the client’s functional ability. Participates in the development of a client-centered, family-oriented treatment plan for the client. Provides evaluation and treatment services in both independent and multi-disciplinary modalities. Will work with children in school based setting and in pediatric clinic. Minimum 1-2 years related work experience required. Possess a valid Ohio driver’s license with no more than three (3) moving violations and have reliable daily transportation. Teaches family members how to carry out physical therapy exercises/treatment at home. Works in collaboration with school, community and/or other related professionals as needed to provide coordinated family-oriented, child-centered services. Provides Physical Therapy to school districts as assigned. Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds.
Therapy Aide, Children’s Services
Provides support and assistance to all therapy staff before, during, and after treatment. Works cooperatively with all staff in providing comprehensive services to clients to ensure that their needs are met efficiently and that they are maintained in a safe, clean and comfortable environment. Support and provide assistance to therapy and other Children’s Services staff in completion of home programs and other clerical duties as assigned. High school diploma is required. Associate degree is preferred. One-two years experience working with children and/or young adults with physical and development disabilities is preferred.
