Community Education Trainer

Join Our Team at Search Inc.: Community Education Trainer! Pay: $23/HR | Location: Evanston & Chicago Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM (Flexibility required for training & transportation needs, including some evenings & weekends) Join our team and make a difference! We’re looking for a passionate, energetic individual to lead Disability Awareness Trainings and workshops across the community, helping to create meaningful change! Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of our signature Disability Awareness Trainings and Hop on the Bus Workshops to corporate organizations, educational institutions and nonprofits within the community. Coordinate and oversee transportation logistics for participants attending Disability Awareness Trainings. Support outreach initiatives for promoting Disability Awareness Trainings and Hop on the Bus Workshops to meet revenue goals. Manage ComEd Energy Force Ambassador events and outreach. Develop and maintain strong relationships with community partners, organizations and stakeholders to enhance training program reach and effectiveness. Assist with recruitment of new Disability Awareness Players. Oversee the ongoing professional development and training of Disability Awareness Players. Track and report on training outcomes, attendance and participant engagement to measure success and inform future planning. Contribute to marketing and social media strategies related to the training programs. Assist with administrative tasks associated with the execution and management of trainings. Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall success of Search Community Education initiatives. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years working with people with I/DD preferred. Strong administrative, interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Ability to lift/carry up to 44 lbs. and perform basic physical moves such as kneeling, reaching, crouching, bending, and twisting. Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and proof of vehicle insurance. Ability to become a certified Direct Support Professional. We provide the training and certification process. The willingness to be certified to drive 10-16 passenger vehicles is required. We provide the training and certification process. Maintain Pace certification and good standing on the Illinois Healthcare Worker Registry, including CPR and First Aid requirements. The ability to obtain CPR & First Aid training which we provide annually. Flexibility to work some weekday evenings and occasional weekends Benefits: Childcare assistance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Dental insurance Pet insurance Paid time off/Sick time Designated paid holidays Referral program Assistance with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Retirement plan/Employee contribution/401(k) Additional insurance Professional development assistance Employee assistance program Planet Access store discount Flexible spending account Referral Bonus Appreciation Events, Search Swag and more! Pre-Tax Transit Plan Why Join Us? Be part of a team making a real impact in the community! We provide all necessary training and certifications. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Apply Today and Help Us Make a Difference! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Evenings as needed Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Working with people with developmental disabilities: 2 years (Required) Administrative: 1 year (Required) Communication skills: 1 year (Required) Interpersonal skills: 1 year (Required) Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Ability to Relocate: Evanston, IL 60202: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person