About Us
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Loveland Center is where you can …
- Make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities;
- Be challenged and inspired daily;
- Be a part of a growing, innovative organization.
Explore the career opportunities available to you at Loveland Center and join this vehicle for social change.
To be considered for any openings, please submit a cover letter and resume to info@lovelandcenter.org.
Open Positions
Community Engagement Manager
Loveland Bradenton Seeks Community Engagement Manager
The Loveland Center in Manatee County is excited to offer an opportunity to Bradenton-area fans of Loveland who want to make a difference and help individuals with IDD live their lives to the fullest. The Community Engagement Manager is an important member of the advocacy and engagement team. To learn more and apply, visit the Manatee Chamber of Commerce Job Board
Custodian Operations
JOB DESCRIPTION: CUSTODIAN OPERATIONS
JOB TITLE: DEPARTMENT: Chief Operating Officer
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Receives administrative supervision from the COO
Responsibilities and Illustrative Duties:
CUSTODIAN: Summary of Duties: Responsible for performing routine custodial tasks; perform general cleaning. Perform other tasks as assigned.
Essential Functions
1. Maintain all interior spaces occupied by Loveland Center, Inc. to standards set by the Chief Operating Officer, and/_or President/_CEO.
2. Maintain Loveland Center, Inc. Venice Bldg. A, B, C, D and grounds to standards set by the Chief Operating Officer, and/or President/CEO.
3. Keeping the dumpster area free of debris and ensure recycled items are deposited in their proper receptacle.
4. Notify COO of safety concerns.
5. Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, and rest rooms on a daily basis
a. Follow identified cleaning checklist.
b. Ensure proper hygiene supplies are available each day in each restroom.
c. Power clean floors as needed on Saturdays
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: No requirement
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Must be able to utilize cleaning equipment and chemicals in a safe manner.
2. Must be able to use a broom, mop and vacuum cleaner.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to push minimum 20 pounds (power cleaning appliances); ability to lift minimum20 pounds (trash and supplies).
2. Bending at the waist, sitting, kneeling, laying horizontally, climbing, walking, etc., as job may require.
EXTRAORDINARY WORK CONDITIONS: None
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
- Must complete all mandatory agency training within initial agency orientation period.
Attend additional hours of agency approved training in job-related topic per year that is above and beyond the required agency requirements.
CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT REMAINS ON AN “AT-WILL” BASIS.
This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract and may be changed as the Loveland Center arise. Employee signature below constitutes employee’s understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.
To Apply email kloughran@lovelandcenter.org
Direct Support Professional
Direct Support Professional – Port Charlotte
Monday – Friday
1. Must be able to directly support up to 10 participants for the duration of the day program.
2.Must be comfortable driving Loveland vehicle’s ( must have a valid Florida Drivers License) to transport participants to and from community activities, as well as to and from home and program.
3. Must be willing to assist with toileting, feeding, or other areas of daily living activities.
4.Must be able to prepare a digital weekly schedule to include activities that support the participant’s goals and outcomes.
5.Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
6.Computer skills ( typing, data entry), Communication skills, Reading/ Writing, Flexible, Driving ability.
7.Staff will be trained on participant’s needs, Loveland protocols, and data entry into Therap.
8.Must be able to lift 40lbs. and be able to maneuver body to use wheelchair tie-downs on transport van following safety requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $16.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Phyisical Therapy Assistant
Phyisical Therapy Assistant: Bradenton
We are looking for an PRN Physical Therapy Asisstant to work at our Bradenton Campus. Therapy services will be provided to individuals with intellectual and developmental delays on The Loveland Center’s campus.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Provide Physical Therapy treatments to patients according to treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist.
2. Assist the Physical Therapist with esyablishment of goals and POC.
3. Observe, record and report to the patient conditions, reactions and responses related to treatment.
4. Maintain daily records of treatments and document progress notes on patients as directed by the Physical Therapist and company policy.
5. Reports to work as scheduled.
6. Communicate with Physical Therapist in consulting with family members, physicians and other health care professionals, as appropriate.
7. Practice efficient use and selection of suppliess and equipment.
Essential Job Requirements:
Active State license required in good standing.
Education:
Associates degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
Experience: 1-2 years of experience preferred, open to new graduates
Required Skills:
1. Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory, procedures, practices and equipment.
2. Good communication skills. Proactive, positive approach to problem solving.
3. Thorough knowledge of possible hazards/necessary precautions/remedial measures in the treatment and care of clients.
4. Ability to assess and implement treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $30.00 per hour
Medical specialties:
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
We provide masks, sanitizer and latex gloves.
Work Location: In person
Job Coach/Employment Specialist
Job Coach/ Employment Specialist
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Employment Specialist/Job Coach
REPORTS TO: VP of Operations
SALARY: $20.00
* Must have a Job Coach training certificate or successfully complete the Job Coach training prior to hire.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
As a LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT program, the Supported Employment Specialist is responsible for assisting clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to gain and maintain employment in competitive job environments. At Loveland, our goals are loftier – we believe in equality through opportunity, as such, we work with our program Participants to set career goals. We want to see our participants find and maintain employment, but we also want to assist them moving up the career ladder.
Loveland employees will ensure that all participants receive the supports necessary in order to be successful in their chosen environments and communities. We also stress the importance of our relationships with business and community leaders to create job opportunities. Our employment services provide individuals with career-focused job opportunities based on their individual skills and experience; job seekers are provided pre-employment training, job placement, on-the-job coaching, on-going support and case management to ensure they reach their employment goals and employers benefit from a reliable and highly trained workforce for hard-to-fill positions that reflect the diversity of our community.
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REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Receives administrative supervision from the VP of Operations
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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as an agency contact with local businesses and employers by providing information about employing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Ensure that participants’ rights and preferences are respected and that Loveland Center’s policies, procedures, mission and philosophy are actively carried out.
- Work with participants to develop training programs both on the job site and in other appropriate environments as necessary.
- Initiate and maintain regular, positive, and proactive working relationships and communication with persons served, their circle of support, and employers.
- Engage in job development activities: e.g. networking, marketing, and identification of potential placement opportunities, touring of companies, identification of business decision makers, building and maintaining business relationships, and securing positions for participants.
- Conduct routine assessments, evaluations and regular reviews on assigned participants as required.
- Provide on-site and off-site job coaching, training and supervision to persons served teaching them specific job tasks as well as their work responsibilities and professional behavior.
- Utilizes various methods of support/training as appropriate given each individual’s learning style, work experiences, and skills.
- Models job responsibilities, job retention skills and appropriate social skills.
- Must be sensitive to the needs of and barriers encountered by persons with support needs as well as the needs and concerns of employers.
- Complete all agency-required trainings for position and attend required staff meetings, in-service training and participant planning meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
**EXTRAORDINARY WORK CONDITIONS:May be required to work flexible hours and to travel to locations other than work sites, such as participant’s home, and meeting locations. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED required; BA/BS in related field including social service, special education, psychology, nursing and one year of experience in the health care field preferably with individuals with IDD or an associate’s degree with 2 years of health care experience preferably with individuals with I/DD, or 4 years of paid health care experience preferably with individuals with I/DD. Valid Florida driver’s license. Must possess and maintain a clean driving record (no major traffic violations and not more than two minor traffic violations)..Must be independent and self-directed, with strong organizational and time management skills. Must be available to work flexible hours
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TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
- Must complete all mandatory agency training within initial agency orientation period.
- Attend additional hours of agency approved training in job-related topic per year that is above and beyond the required agency requirements.
Speech Language Pathologist
Speech Language Pathologist- Bradenton
Loveland Center, Inc.
CLINICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
POSITION: Speech-Language Pathologist
REPORTS TO: VP of Clinical Services
EMPLOYMENT TERM: Full Time Employment
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: Degree in Speech and Language Pathology
Active State license required in good standing
REQUIRED SKILLS
1. Knowledge of Speech Therapy theory, procedures, practices and equipment.
2. Good communication skills. Proactive, positive approach to problem solving.
3. Thorough knowledge of possible hazards/necessary precautions/remedial measures in the treatment and care of clients.
4. Ability to assess and implement treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Fully adhere to the Loveland Center’s Code of Ethics and Core Values.
1. Perform evaluations to identify therapy needs and develop specific treatment programs based off of those needs
2. Communicate the speech therapy POC with clients, their families and other clinicians
3. Practices efficient use and selection of supplies and equipment
4. Demonstrates an awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies
5. Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills; ability to read/comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal instructions
Employee Signature:
Employce Signature: Shury y Muesche Manager: Users Human Resources Manager: K. a. Bioze
Date: 1/11/22 Date: 1 / 1122
Manager:
Human Resources Manager:
Date: 11.11.22
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $35.00 – $48.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work setting:
- In-person
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bradenton, FL 34209: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
