Employment

Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with the Oak Park Township. Oak Park is a great place to live, work and play. We often post new opportunities, so please check back.

Oak Park Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We offer numerous benefits including:

• Competitive compensation
• Emphasis on work-life balance
• Dedication to providing quality services to residents
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development

When a position is open at Oak Park Township we will post it here, and will place an announcement in the local press. If you are interested in a particular position, please submit a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to the staff listed in the announcement via email.

Current Employment Openings: 

Strategic Prevention Framework Assistant Coordinator

Oak Park Township is seeking a temporary Assistant Coordinator in the Strategic Prevention Services Department whose goal is to reduce underage drinking and substance use in Oak Park and River Forest.  This position will assist with scheduling and facilitating community meetings, creating and submitting reports to the Illinois Department of Human Services, coalition members and community. 

For a complete job description, please click here.  Resumes may be submitted by June 15th to koconnor@oakparktownhip.org.  

Senior Services Driver - Part-Time

Oak Park Township is seeking a part-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.

Oak Park Township Senior Services is seeking to fill the position of Part-Time Driver.  The driver is responsible for driving passengers and/or packages 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.

 Responsibilities include:

Pick up and delivers passengers according to established procedures

• Pick up and deliver food according to established procedures
• Maintains complete and accurate daily log sheets
• Inspects assigned vehicle each day
• Maintains general running conditions and daily cleanup of assigned vehicle

Minimum Qualification: High School Diploma.

License: Valid Illinois Drivers’ License with safe driving record as demonstrated by the Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

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

Skill in:

• Time management
• 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

Please click here for the complete job description.  Interested candidates should contact Charles Barnes by June 24th at (708) 383-4806 or email cbarnes@oakparktownship.org.

Care Coordinator/Intake Specialist - Senior Services

Oak Park Township is seeking a full time Care Coordinator/Intake Specialist to serve as a member of the Senior Services team to complete initial intakes for community-based and Adult Protective Services (APS), provide Options Counseling, conduct comprehensive community assessments, and provide hospital-based coverage.  The ideal candidate will work well independently and have knowledge of community- based services for older adults. This is a Tuesday-Saturday, full time position with multiple components.

The Care Coordinator/Intake Specialist will be responsible for:

•             Conducting initial intake for the Adult Protective Services (APS), Community Based Services and Geriatric Case management programs

•             Providing information and referrals to callers

•             Developing Options Counseling care plans for those needing assistance in their deliberations to make informed long-term support choices; keeping in mind the participant and their stated preferences, strengths, and values

•Maintaining a small caseload and conducting comprehensive community assessments

•             Completing hospital-based programming including screenings on Saturday, backup screenings as needed

•             Conducting outreach at the local hospital locations

•             Documenting service provision in a timely manner and in accordance with the regulations of the program

Requirements of the position:

•             Bachelor’s degree required, BSW or related field preferred

•             One year of experience in service provision to older adults

•             Experience with Microsoft Office, database, and applicant tracking systems

•             Current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance

•             Basic knowledge of Older Americans Act Services, Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, SSDI, and the Community Care Program is preferred

The mission of Oak Park Township is to provide locally governed supportive services to our community.  The Township is a well-known and respected community partner and the leading provider of proactive, responsive, and supportive services for all residents at every stage of life.  The values of service, community, and caring guide the work we do.

Oak Park Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information on Oak Park Township, please visit our website at www.oakparktownship.org.

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, by June 14^th, 2019 to Bianca Ingwersen at bingwersen@oakparktownship.org

Part-Time Bus Driver

Oak Park Township is seeking a part-time bus 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.

The Oak Park Township Senior Services bus driver is responsible for driving passengers to locations; assisting passengers as necessary to embark and disembark from bus pursuant to established procedures; maintaining the assigned bus in a clean condition; checking the assigned bus for compliance with established safety and maintenance standards.

 Responsibilities include:

• Pick up and delivers passengers according to established procedures
• Maintains complete and accurate daily log sheets
• Inspects assigned bus each day
• Maintains general running conditions and daily cleanup of assigned bus

Minimum Qualification: High School Diploma or equivalent.
License: Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL) with Class B or C Passenger endorsement
Knowledge of: Streets in Oak Park and River Forest

Skill in:

• Time management
• Verbal communication

Physical Abilities:

• Sit, drive, hear and speak for extended periods of time
• Lift up to 50 pounds.

Interested candidates should contact Charles Barnes by June 24th at 708-383-4806 or email cbarnes@oakparktownship.org.

Oak Park Township is a unique unit of Oak Park local government, providing human services to vulnerable citizens of our community: at-risk youth needing guidance to improve their chances for a successful life, senior citizens needing support to maintain their independence and financially struggling residents who need monthly assistance and job seeking help.  In addition, the Township provides funding for mental health agencies and assistance with property tax inquiries and appeals.

Oak Park Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information on Oak Park Township, please visit: http://www.oakparktownship.org

Our Mission

Providing locally-governed supportive services to our community

Our Vision

To be a well-known and respected community partner and the leading provider of proactive, responsive and relevant supportive services for all residents at every stage of life.

Our Values

Service: We accept our responsibility to manage and preserve the resources entrusted to us to provide equitable and accessible services for all residents of Oak Park.

Community: We are a community of professionals dedicated to the dignity and well-being of all of the residents of Oak Park regardless of their means, backgrounds, or abilities.

Caring: We act in the best interests of each other and all of our residents by responding with respect, empathy, compassion, and professionalism.

Please review our volunteer opportunities here.