Careers

 

Bona Vista Programs has grown into a diverse organization with nearly 500 employees in Howard and Miami Counties.

Opportunities are often available to work with both children and adults in a care giving capacity. In addition, openings sometimes become available in areas such as clerical, business, marketing, supervision, healthcare, and more.


Updated 2-4-10
 

You can apply for employment with Bona Vista Programs Inc. by printing our application for employment by clicking here & submitting in person or mailing it to 1220 E. Laguna St., PO Box 2496, Kokomo, IN 46904-2496, or submitting your resume via e-mail to

 

hrstaff@bonavista.org. You may also apply in person at 1220 E. Laguna St in Kokomo or at 105 S. Benton St in Peru.  To be considered for employment with Bona Vista Programs, a completed application must be submitted.  Please contact human resources at 765-457-8273 if you need assistance or an application mailed to you.

 

 

Current openings listed below:

 

Position Title: Child Care Resource and Referral Specialist
Status:
Full-Time
Location:
Kokomo
Primary Function:
Provide child care referrals for families in Adams, Blackford, Grant, Howard, Huntington, Jay, Miami, Tipton, Wabash, and Wells counties.  Support the philosophy, mission, and vision of the agency and the Child Care Resource and Referral program.  Develop relationships with county agencies/businesses to promote the CCR&R program. Provide consumer education and referrals to families according to Quality Assurance Standards.  Record and analyze data on consumer demand. Become well-versed in the NACCRRAware computer software in order to generate reports on consumer and provider demands.  Assist in the development of public relation activities with employers and the community at large. Develop a quarterly newsletter for parents.  Maintain database of lending library and promote program to child care providers. Conduct follow-ups via phone, mail, and survey monkey.  Work independently, as well as in group situations. Travel to Child Care Resource and Referral regional training sites, as well as other related trainings and conferences.
Must be able to travel, with personal transportation, within Adams, Blackford, Grant, Howard, Huntington, Jay, Miami, Tipton, Wabash, and Wells counties if needed, and attend local and out-of-state training as required.  Must be proficient in word processing and other computer programs.
Qualifications:
CDA, Associates Degree, or Bachelors Degree in Education OR related college coursework and two years experience in Child Care Resource and Referral programs.  Two years experience in the early childhood education field. Fluency in Spanish preferred. Expertise in word processing and database programs required.  Must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Must possess a pleasing personality and ability to establish and maintain rapport with families and staff. Must be capable of representing the Child Care Resource and Referral program and agency in a positive manner.  Maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license and maintain insurability as defined by the agency liability insurance carrier.
 


Position Title: Community Connections Staff
Status:
Full-Time (Peru)  & Substitute (Kokomo)
Location:
Peru & Kokomo
Primary Function:
Provide consumers in the Community Connections program with planned, goal-centered activities designed to assist persons with severe developmental disabilities with all phases of daily living in an integrated setting.  Such training includes, but is not limited to, activities of daily living, independent living skills, mobility, basic nutrition, recreation and leisure time, social and interpersonal skills, academic skills, motor and perceptual skills, communication skills, decision making/self advocacy, and prevocational skills.  Planning and providing instruction in communication skills, daily living skills, socialization skills, fine and gross motor skills, perceptual skills, prevocational skills, and any other areas based on programming needs.  Complete lesson plans based on class schedule and consumer goals; prepare instructional materials for programming.
Prepare reports detailing goal progress and consumer participation for persons served on a monthly basis.  Complete documentation of persons served programming including but not limited to: behavior, seizures, toileting, accidents/incidents, and progress on objectives on a daily basis.  Plan and participate in all special classroom and community based activities for persons served. Actively involve the persons served in community events.  Provide a safe environment for all persons served. Display patience in all situations involving persons served. Speak in an even, positive and personal tone of voice when conversing with persons served.  Provide a peaceful and accepting atmosphere in the instructional setting in order to encourage positive interactions and social and emotional growth of persons served.  Provide services in compliance with all funding sources and governing bodies (CARF, BQIS, State Board of Health, State and Federal Law).  Follow policies/procedures set forth by the Community Connections department and the agency. Appropriately respond to consumer behavior via verbal and/or physical intervention based on the needs of the persons served.  Must be able to care for the physical needs of persons served including feeding, hygiene, and toileting. Must be capable of assisting in physically transferring/moving consumers when needed. Physical activities may include but not be limited to: lifting up 25-50 pounds (depending on person served); bending; reaching; stretching; grasping; visual acuity; walking; squatting, guiding; and transporting.  Use of medical adaptive equipment including, but not limited to: Wheelchair, Hoyer Lift, Shower Chair, Blood Sugar Testing Equipment is required.  Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom environment. Maintain the confidentiality of persons served.  Attend staff/agency meetings and training sessions as authorized. Assist in determining programming needs for persons served by means of administering assessments and obtaining input from persons served, parents, guardian, and direct service staff. Comply with programs prescribed by ancillary services.  Occasional high noise levels may require the use of hearing protection. Occasional exposure to fumes, oils, paints, and other industrial odors.  Potential exposure to bodily fluids such as saliva. Must be able to climb stairs on an occasional basis to access work areas, which are currently without elevator access.  Attend/request related trainings as authorized or required.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required. Previous experience working with persons with disabilities is preferred.  Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and first aid certification annually and perform as necessary. Must possess or be able to obtain CPI certification annually and perform as necessary.
Possess and maintain a clear criminal record per Medicaid Waiver regulation requirements. Maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license, insurance on personal vehicle (minimum of PLPD with Medical liability coverage), and maintain insurability as defined by the agency liability insurance carrier.  Must possess and maintain reliable transportation that meets state requirements for transporting persons served.  Must have the ability to successfully work in both independent and group settings. Dress appropriately as defined by department dress code.
 

 

Position Title: Full Day Preschool Teacher
Status: Full-Time
Location: Kokomo
Primary Function:
In partnership with parents, implement a developmentally appropriate full day preschool program in compliance with state regulations, using the Creative Curriculum for Preschool, emergent literacy and the Project Approach. Adhere to all state child care licensing regulations.  In partnership with parents, implement an age appropriate, success oriented, developmentally appropriate center based program, using the Creative Curriculum for Preschool, emergent literacy and the Project Approach. Integrate previous plans in place for the child (IEP, nutrition, behavior) into the daily plan and curriculum for that child. Work as a team with Division Manager of Preschool Services and co-teacher to plan an environment and activities designed to meet the needs of assigned children and promote academic skills. Meet the needs of individual children while remaining responsive and aware of group needs.  Follow and maintain daily routine and schedule while remaining flexible to individual factors that may alter same. Maintain classroom management. Create a warm and accepting environment and atmosphere for children, parents, families, volunteers, community representatives and staff. Model appropriate language and behavior for children, volunteers and families.  Insure the safety of the children in assigned group. Inspect indoor and outdoor toys and equipment daily. Assure that all children are supervised within sight and sound at all times.  Actively participate in parent involvement activities. Encourage parent involvement and parent participation in a variety of ways to include, but not be limited to, face to face, telephone and written contacts. Communicate with parents daily, both verbally and in writing.  Perform child screenings on assigned children within 90 days of enrollment and report findings to the parent and Division Manager of Preschool Services.  Perform ongoing child observations and assessments three times yearly and use the information to design curriculum, report to parents and improve classroom outcomes using the CC-PORT software program.  Perform all required documentation and reports and submit in a timely manner. Perform at least two yearly parent conferences with assigned children.  Comply with regulatory health requirements, including: providing documentation of an annual physical within 30 days of hire and every two (2) years thereafter; and an annual TB test.  Attend all meetings and training as required. Adhere to all plans, policies and procedures of Bona Vista Programs, Inc. and the Early Childhood Services division.  Must be able to hold and move small children weighing 5-50 pounds. Must be able to move and play with small children indoors and outdoors, including routine tasks such as diaper changing and feeding. Must be able to keep children within sight and sound at all times.  Must be able to travel with personal transportation, within Howard and Miami Counties and attend local and out of state training as requested.  Attend other related meetings and training as requested.
Qualifications:
Level 1: BA/BS in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education with ECE minor, or infant/toddler CDA. Indiana teaching license in Early Childhood Education or closely related field required.  Level 2: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish favorable.  Experience working with young children required. Experience in word processing/computers is required.  Must have or be able to obtain CPR certification annually. Must possess a pleasing personality and ability to establish and maintain rapport with families and staff. Must be capable of representing the full day program and agency in a positive manner.
 

 

Position Title: Production Worker
Status:
Temporary
Location:
Kokomo
Primary Function:
Responsible for a variety of subcontract tasks within Industrial Operations. Assist supervisors in performing overflow subcontract jobs and reinforcing efficient work.  Assist with time studies and job set up. Maintain quality standards for all production. Work with staff to maintain a smooth flow of production.  Perform material handling duties for production needs. Must be able to do such physical tasks including moving boxes weighing 25 to 50 pounds to place on a skid and bending, twisting, lifting, carrying, reaching, standing and sitting.  Cognitive requirements include talking, listening and visual acuity. Be punctual and present for work shift hours set by the Lead Production Supervisor.
Provide a safe environment for all clients. Maintain confidentiality of all consumers. Work to create a positive environment and improve morale for all members of industrial operations.  Assist supervisors in maintaining quality checks. Attend meetings and training as required. Occasional high noise levels may require use of hearing protection.  Moderate exposure to oil, exhaust or paint fumes.  Occasional exposure to airborne debris requiring use of eye protection.
Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED preferred. Experience working in a special needs environment preferred.  Must be able to operate normal and customary equipment used in the workshop including floor jacks, two-wheel dolly, heat sealer, scales, saws, drill press and nail/staple guns.

Position Title: Vice President, Compliance and Residential Services
Status:
Full-Time
Location:
Kokomo
Primary Function:
Review agency policies, procedures, forms and documents to insure compliance with legal standards. Perform the duties required of the agency HIPAA Privacy Officer. Administer programs and supervise management staff of Residential Services. Responsible for the overall administration and regulatory compliance of the residential program.  Maintain a working knowledge of regulations governing agency programs including, but not limited to, IAC 460 governing Medicaid Waiver, Board of Health regulations, Early Head Start regulations and CARF requirements.  Assist programming department heads in the writing and editing of departmental policies as needed (i.e., Positive Results, Medicaid Waiver, etc.)  Work with the Vice President, Support & Strategic Development and the Human Resources department to identify and develop new staff trainings in accordance with compliance issues.  Perform the training, recording, interpretation and monitoring functions required as HIPAA Privacy Officer for the agency.  Supervise the hiring and training process of Residential staff as well as the staff for the various group homes.  Responsible for divisional planning, budgetary accountability, resource management (staffing, materials, etc.), and ongoing communication with staff.  Provide supervision and conduct performance reviews of department directors/coordinators. Oversee the planning and implementation of Community Partnership Team and Regular department staff meetings.  Over see submission of required billing documentation from Residential staff to bookkeeping office. Collaborate with department staff and supervisors in maintaining and updating policy and procedures manuals and handbooks for person served in residential services.  Oversee process to secure performance/satisfaction feedback from residents. Maintain records and progress reporting systems in compliance with agency position standards/regulations.  Participate as an active member of the Human Rights Committee. Represent the organization at unemployment hearings, as needed.  Lead and coordinate the efforts of the agency Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Recovery Committee.  Lead and coordinate the efforts of the agency Document Retention and Destruction Committee. Display an overall commitment to the agency’s mission, values and vision.  Keep a positive attitude at all times. Other duties as assigned by the President. Must be capable of meeting the physical demands required by caring for the consumers. Physical requirements may include, but not be limited to: bending; reaching; stretching; lifting 25-50 pounds (depending on person served) without assistance; grasping; visual acuity; running; walking; squatting, guiding; transporting; assisting with physical transfer; and manual dexterity to handle medications; and handling physical aggression as defined in CPI training.  Promote agency philosophies. Provide a climate for growth of the agency. Be committed to providing a safe environment for all persons served.  Serve on agency committees, as requested. Attend/request related training as authorized. Serve on interdisciplinary teams or special committees as appropriate.
Comply with ethical standards of Bona Vista Programs, APSE, NRA, BDDS, and other Governing/affiliated bodies.  Ability to work flexible, non-standard hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Qualifications:
MBA, or Masters Degree in Higher Education Administration. Must have exhibited knowledge in legal standards.  Previous experience working with adults with disabilities or similar background desired.  Supervisor experience required.  Must be able to work with people at all levels. Must have good communication skills, both oral and written.  Must have knowledge of organizational management and not-for-profit businesses.
 

 

Position Title: Industrial Sales & Marketing Representative
Status:
Full-Time
Location:
Kokomo
Primary Function:
Responsible for sales and marketing efforts as well as contract recruitment for the Industrial division and functions as a liaison between the customer and BVI staff.  Seek and recruit new customers for industrial contracts. Coordinate promotional activities with other corporations.  Provide ongoing communication and fostering positive relationships with all vendors and staff. Assist industrial staff to ensure all programs and changes in job specifications conform to all federal, state, local, ISO, OSHA, CARF, Vocational Rehabilitation, and agency standards.  Develop marketing business plans to ensure success and ongoing growth of BVI. Assist with time studies as needed.
Educate the community on Bona Vista Industries’ professional services. Must be capable of providing personal transportation by means of an automobile that meets all state requirements in order to travel to a variety of surrounding locations and counties.  Research procurement notices from the State, INDOT, U.S. ARMY, U.S. NAVY, etc. for possible new business opportunities.  Physical requirements include but are not limited to: frequent traveling or being outdoors, periods of frequent walking or standing, lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs, occasional computer use, etc.  Work to improve Industrial staff team morale. Attend meetings and training as required. Adheres to all plans, policies and procedures of Bona Vista Programs, Inc.  Display an overall commitment to the agency mission, values, and vision. Occasional high noise levels may require the use of protective hearing equipment.  Occasional exposure to fumes, oils, exhaust, paint and other industrial odors. Must be able to climb stairs on a daily basis to access work areas, which are currently without elevator access
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Business Management, or Administration preferred. Related experience in sales or marketing required.     Working knowledge of computers and related software required. Proven work history in a manufacturing setting, engineering, or substantially related experience in one of the above fields.  Must possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Must possess math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and geometry, and the ability to work with math equations and calculate figures for bidding contracts.  Must be a self starting, results oriented individual. Must have an automobile that meets state requirements.  Maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license and maintain insurability as defined by the agency liability insurance carrier.

Position Title: Supported Living Staff
Status:
Substitute
Location:
Kokomo
Primary Function:
A Supported Living employee is the key figure in providing ongoing needed and wanted support to the people utilizing Medicaid Waiver Services. Facilitate the person served in reaching his or her maximum potential.  Provide support to a designated person. Document the major activities of the person served in daily notes. Maintain accurate records of support provided to the person served.  Planning and providing instruction in communication skills, daily living skills, socialization skills, fine and gross motor skills, perceptual skills, and any other areas based on programming needs.  Responsibly pass or monitor medication administration based on needs of persons served. Provide services in compliance with all funding sources and governing bodies (CARF, BQIS, State and Federal Law) Follow policies/procedures set forth by the Supported Living Division and the agency. Display patience in all situations involving persons served. Speak in an even, positive and personal tone of voice when conversing with persons served.  Appropriately respond to consumer behavior via verbal and/or physical intervention based on the needs of the persons served.  Strictly maintain confidentiality of all people in compliance with agency policies and HIPAA requirements.  Plan and participate in all special community based activities for persons served. Actively involve the person served in community events.  Monitor physical condition of the person's home while ensuring a safe and sound environment. Use of medical adaptive equipment including, but not limited to: Wheelchair, Hoyer Lift, Shower Chairs, Blood Sugar Testing Equipment is required.  Must be able to care for the physical needs of persons served including feeding, hygiene, and toileting. Must be capable of assisting in physically transferring/moving consumers when needed. Physical activities may include but not be limited to: lifting up 25-50 pounds (depending on person served); bending; reaching; stretching; grasping; visual acuity; walking; squatting, guiding; and transporting. Provide first aid and physical assistance to the individual as needed.
Accept supervision by cooperating with supervisor’s directives and accepting constructive feedback from supervisor in an effort to improve job performance. Communicate concerns to appropriate supervisory staff.  Work scheduled hours as coordinated with departmental scheduling staff. This includes the ability to work irregular shifts outside the standard agency operating hours including weekends and holidays as necessary to meet the needs of the persons served.
Remain awake and available to supported client at all times during scheduled hours. Attend staff/agency meetings and training sessions as authorized.  Must be able to instruct others. Route all consumer receipts to the team lead or person served QMRP.  Participate in client-related meetings, as requested. Potential exposure to bodily fluids such as saliva. Must be able to climb stairs on an occasional basis to access work areas, which are currently without elevator access. Attend/request related training as authorized or required.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required. Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and first aid certification annually and perform as necessary.  Must possess or be able to obtain CPI certification annually and perform as necessary. Possess and maintain a clear criminal record per Medicaid Waiver regulation requirements.  Maintain a valid Indiana driver’s license, insurance on personal vehicle (minimum of PLPD with Medical liability coverage), and maintain insurability as defined by the agency liability insurance carrier.  Must possess and maintain reliable transportation that meets state requirements for transporting persons served.  Must have the ability to successfully work in both independent and group settings. Must have the ability to effectively communicate during a crisis situation.  Dress appropriately as defined by agency and department dress code.
 

 

Position Title: Early Head Start Child Development Specialist Assistant – Center Based
Status:
Part-Time
Location:
Kokomo 
Primary Function:
In partnership with Early Head Start parents, assist in the implementation of a developmentally appropriate Early Head Start center based program in compliance with federal regulations.  In partnership with parents, implement a developmentally appropriate center based program, based on the individual needs of assigned children. Follow and maintain daily routine and schedule while remaining flexible to individual factors that may alter same.  Create a warm and accepting environment and atmosphere for children, parents, families, volunteers, community representatives and staff. Provide responsive care giving for assigned children. Model appropriate language and behavior for children, volunteers and families.  Insure the safety of the children in assigned group, inspecting indoor and outdoor toys and equipment daily. Report any problems to the Child Development Specialist.  Abide by program philosophies on parent involvement and parent participation. Actively participate in parent involvement activities. Encourage parent involvement and parent participation in a variety of ways to include, but not be limited to, face-to-face, telephone and written contacts.  Work as a team with management and co-specialists to design an environment and activities designed to meet the needs of assigned children.  Report any health needs of assigned children to the Child Development Specialist. Report any social service or crisis needs of the child or family to the Child Development Specialist.  Perform all required documentation and reports and submit in a timely manner. Comply with regulatory health requirements, including: providing documentation of an annual physical within 30 days of hire and every two (2) years thereafter; and an annual TB test.  Attend all meetings and training as required. Adhere to all plans, policies and procedures of Bona Vista Programs, Inc. and Early Head Start.  Must be able to hold and move small children weighing 5-50 pounds. Must be able to move and play with small children indoors and outdoors, including routine tasks such as diaper changing and feeding.  Must be capable of attending local and out of state training as requested
Qualifications:
Level 1: Infant Toddler CDA or ability to obtain CDA within one year after hire. Level 2: High School Diploma/GED.  Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish favorable.  Experience in word processing/computers is preferred.  Must have or be able to obtain CPR certification annually and First Aid certification every three years.  Must be at least 21 years of age.


Position Title: Early Head Start Child Development Specialist - Center Based
Status:
Full-Time
Location:
Kokomo & Peru
Primary Function:
In partnership with Early Head Start parents, implement a developmentally appropriate Early Head Start center based program in compliance with federal regulations.  In partnership with parents, implement an age appropriate, success oriented, developmentally appropriate center-based program, using the Early Head Start curriculum. Integrate all aspects of Early Head Start performance Standards into the schedule and curriculum for each child. Integrate previous plans in place for the child (IFSP, nutrition, behavior) into the daily plan and curriculum for that child. Work as a team with the Child Development Manager and co-specialists to design an environment and activities designed to meet the needs of assigned children. Meet the needs of individual children while remaining responsive and aware of group needs.  Follow and maintain daily routine and schedule while remaining flexible to individual factors that may alter same. Maintain classroom management. Create a warm and accepting environment and atmosphere for children, parents, families, volunteers, community representatives and staff.  Insure the safety of the children in assigned group, inspecting indoor and outdoor toys and equipment daily. Assure that all children are supervised at all times.  Abide by program philosophies on parent involvement and parent participation. Actively participate in parent involvement activities. Encourage parent involvement and parent participation to include, but not be limited to, face-to-face, telephone and written contacts. Communicate daily with parents, both verbally and in writing.  Report any health needs of assigned children to the Health Services Manager. Report any social service or crisis needs of the child or family to the Family Services Specialist within 24 hours.  Perform required child screenings on assigned children within 45 days of enrollment and report findings to the parent and Child Development Manager or Health Service Manager.  Perform ongoing child observations and assessments and use the information to design curriculum and meet the development needs of assigned children.  Work with the Family Service Specialist to assist in setting goals with the family. Perform all required documentation and reports and submit in a timely manner.  Perform home visits with assigned children and parents as directed by supervisor. Perform at least one yearly parent conference with assigned children.  Comply with regulatory health requirements, including: providing documentation of an annual physical within 30 days of hire and every two (2) years thereafter; and an annual TB test.  Attend all meetings and training as required. Adhere to all plans, policies and procedures of Bona Vista Programs, Inc. and Early Head Start.  Must be able to hold and move small children weighing 5-50 pounds. Must be able to move and play with small children indoors and outdoors, including routine tasks such as diaper changing and feeding.  Must be able to travel with personal transportation, within Howard and Miami Counties and attend local and out of state training as requested.  Attend other related meetings and training as requested.
Qualifications:
Level 1: BA/BS in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education with ECE minor, or infant/toddler CDA or related degree.  Level 2: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish favorable.  Experience in word processing/computers is preferred. Must have or be able to obtain CPR certification annually and First Aid certification every three years.
 

 

Position Title: Early Head Start Substitute Specialist/Assistant/Cook
Status:
Substitute

Location:  Kokomo
Primary Function: Assist regular staff in the implementation of a developmentally appropriate Early Head Start center based program. Assist regular staff in performance of all kitchen duties within the Early Head Start Program.  Provide responsive care giving for all children in assigned group.  Insure the safety of all children in assigned group.  Cook and serve all meals per specified menu and time schedule. Prepare PM snack and AM snack for next morning, prior to leaving for the day.  Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dishes after all meals and snacks. Wash and sterilize bottles and nipples for infants.  Completes required CACFP, State Board of Health and/or Early Head Start paperwork in a timely manner.  Adhere to all plans, policies and procedures of Bona Vista Programs, Inc., State Board of Health regulations, CACFP guidelines and Early Head Start.  Follow directions of the regular classroom or kitchen staff. Comply with regulatory health requirements, including: providing documentation of an annual physical within 30 days of hire and every two (2) years thereafter; and an annual TB test.  Must be able to hold and move small children weighing 5-50 pounds. Must be able to move and play with small children indoors and outdoors, including routine tasks such as diaper changing, feeding, laundry, and dishes.  Must be able to withstand frequent standing, walking, stooping and crouching. Attend all required training.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma / GED required. Must possess good oral and written communication skills.  Must be at least 21 years of age. Two (2) years experience working within a food preparation environment.  General knowledge of child development, nutrition, health and safety. Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification annually.
 

 

Position Title: Developmental Therapy Early Childhood Specialist 
Status:
Part-time
Location:
Kokomo
Primary Function:
Provide special instruction, family training and education to the child and/or parent/caregiver of an eligible child at the child's home or at a mutually agreed upon alternative setting in accordance with the Individualized Family Service Plan for the child and family.  Provide special instruction that promotes the child's acquisition of development skills in a variety of developmental areas including cognitive development, adaptive development, social and emotional well being, motor development, and communication development.  Provide service that incorporates the parents/caregiver's involvement in order to encourage follow through and integration of the developmental skills in all aspects of the young child's daily life.  Provide family training and education and to assist the family in understanding the special needs of the child and to enhance the child's development in face-to-face meetings in the child's home.  Work cooperatively with the Service Coordinator in the development and implementation of the Individualized Family Service Plan.  Maintain documentation of progress of child and family per visit and provide reports as required by First Steps.  Develop and maintain a schedule for home visits which available to immediate supervisor weekly. Provide transportation for self to home visits and area/state meetings.  Relate and communicate with parents/caregivers, staff of the agency, and co-workers. Perform ABA services when needed.  Must be capable of meeting the physical needs of children served. Must be capable of moving children to assist in various activities.  Become knowledgeable with current legislation and state\federal policies concerning Early Intervention. Attend First Steps/Step Ahead Council Meetings as scheduling allows.  Meet requirements and standards of early intervention Specialist. Participate in Child Find and developmental screenings in Howard & Miami Counties as needed.  Attend and contribute in staff meetings and parent conferences as scheduling allows. Attend "after hours" activities that benefit the agency, which may include Open House or fundraising events upon request.  Assist in organizing and planning extra curricular activities upon request. Become knowledgeable of the First Steps System.  Be committed to providing a safe environment for all clients. Portray a positive attitude that maintains a customer and co-worker satisfaction level that limits adverse situations or complaints.  Promote agency philosophies, generating team spirit and creating and maintaining an environment that fosters employee satisfaction, and maximizes productivity and profitability.  Attend meetings and training as requested.
Qualifications:
Baccalaureate and/or Masters Degree or Doctorate in one of the following required:  Special Education, Deaf Education, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education. Four year degree in Child Development, Early Intervention or Pediatric Registered Nurse with a four year degree (BSN).  One year of Early Childhood experience preferred.  Must maintain First Steps Credentials.  Must have experience working with parents, families, and young children.  Must have or be capable of obtaining CPR certification annually.  Must possess good communication skills both written and oral.


 

Position Title: Half Day/Full Day Preschool Substitute
Status:
Substitute
Location:
Kokomo
Primary Function:
Assist instructor in providing instruction and opportunities for learning to children ages 2-5 years in an integrated general education classroom setting or special education setting.  In partnership with instructor, assist with implementing an age appropriate, success oriented, developmentally appropriate program.  Follow and help maintain daily routine and schedule while remaining flexible to individual factors that may alter routine. Help maintain classroom management. Help create a warm and accepting environment and atmosphere for children, parents, families, volunteers, community representatives and staff. Provide responsive caregiving for assigned children. Model appropriate language and behavior for children, volunteers, and families.  Insure the safety of the children in assigned group. Assure that all children are supervised at all times.
Conduct activities with groups or individual children as requested by instruction. Observe and record behaviors of children in the classroom upon the request of classroom instructor.  Assist in setting up the room each day. Must be able to help with supervising children being transported by school corporation buses.  Prepare art materials and snacks before class each day. Report any signs of abuse to Division Manager of Preschool Services or Agency Nurse.  Help keep room, storage closets & cupboards in order. Keep classroom materials clean & sanitary, including washing tables, toys, doing laundry, running dishwasher, cleaning the refrigerator and over all cleaning up.  Help with care of physical needs of children, including feeding, toileting, washing hands, etc. Report any classroom concerns to the Division Manager of Preschool Services.  Perform all required documentation and reports and submit in a timely manner. Comply with regulatory health requirements, including providing documentation of an annual physical within 30 days of hire and every two (2) years thereafter, and an annual TB test.
Attend all meetings and training as required. Adhere to all plans, policies and procedures of Bona Vista Programs, Inc. and the Child Development Services division.  Display a professional manner with parents, children, and other staff. Portray a positive attitude. Promote agency philosophies, generating team spirit and creating and maintaining an environment that fosters employee satisfaction, maximizes productivity and profitability.  Must be able to hold and move small children weighing 5-50 pounds. Must be able to move and play with children indoors and outdoors and be able to get up and down from the floor.  Attend or assist with “after hours” activities that benefit the agency which may include Preschool Open House or fundraising events.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required. Experience working with children preferred. Must have or be capable of obtaining CPR certification annually.

 

Position Title: Lead Supported Living Staff
Status:
Full-Time
Location:
Kokomo
Primary Function:
A Lead Supported Living Staff is a key figure in leading the team of Supported Living Staff members in providing ongoing needed and wanted support to the people utilizing Medicaid Waiver Services. The team lead goal is to facilitate the person served in reaching his or her maximum potential. A Lead Supported Living Staff will assist the Staff and Scheduling Coordinator, Staff Trainer and Supervisor, and QMRP by leading Supported Living Staff members in a positive, dignified, and objective manner to provide a strong team approach.
Provide support to a designated person. Document the major activities of the  person served in daily notes. Maintain accurate records of support provided to the person served.  Plan and provide instruction in communication skills, daily living skills, socialization skills, fine and gross motor skills, perceptual skills, and any other areas based on programming needs.  Prepare reports detailing goal progress and consumer participations for persons served and route to the QMRP on a monthly basis.  Monitor and ensure that all monthly safety drills are complete and turned into the Quality Assurance Assistant.  Ensure complete documentation of behavior, seizures, accidents/incidents, progress on objectives is done on a daily basis.  Responsibly pass or monitor medication administration based on persons served needs. Ensure that all necessary medications are available to the staff and persons served at all times. Prepare medication for destruction and route to the QMRP as necessary. Ensure that staff is available to receive cycle fill medications on the designated delivery day.  Maintain accurate consumer medical records in the home, by ensuring MAR and medication sheets are current and available to the Supported Living Staff and person served by the first of each month.  Provide services in compliance with all funding sources and governing bodies (CARF, BQIS, State and Federal Law).  Display patience in all  situations involving persons served. Speak in an even, positive and person tone of voice when conversing with persons served.  Appropriately respond to consumer behavior via verbal and/or physical intervention based on the needs of the persons served.  Follow policies/procedures set forth by the Supported Living department and the agency. Assist Scheduling Coordinator, Staff Trainer and Supervisor, and QMRP as necessary with staffing one-on-one meetings to maintain a team atmosphere which focuses on the person served and to assist staff in understanding and following policies/procedures set forth by the division and the agency in compliance with state regulation and federal law.  Prepare and conduct monthly house meetings with the Supported Living staff, to update the staff on consumer issues, changes or current needs of the person served.  Attend and participate in monthly Lead Supported Living Staff meetings. Accept supervision by cooperating with supervisor’s directives and accepting constructive feedback from supervisor in an effort to improve job performance. Communicate concerns to appropriate supervisory staff.  Strictly maintain confidentiality of all people in compliance with agency policies and HIPAA requirements.  Route all receipts, cancelled checks, food stamp receipts, and bills for persons served to the QMRP as necessary.  Monitor physical condition of the person's home while ensuring a safe and sound environment. Ensure that the home of the person served maintains the cleanliness standard of the Supported Living department.  Must be able to care for the physical needs of persons served including feeding, hygiene, and toileting. Must be capable of assisting in physically transferring/moving consumers when needed. Physical activities may include but not be limited to: lifting up 25-50 pounds (depending on person served); bending; reaching; stretching; grasping; visual acuity; walking; squatting, guiding; and transporting. Provide first aid and physical assistance to the individual as needed..
Use of medical adaptive equipment including, but not limited to: Wheelchair, Hoyer Lift, Shower Chairs, Blood Sugar Testing Equipment is required.  Work scheduled hours as coordinated with departmental scheduling staff. This includes the ability to work irregular shifts outside the standard agency operating hours including weekends and holiday as necessary to meet the needs of the persons served.  Remain awake and available to supported client at all times during scheduled hours. Monitor performance and documentation of Supported Living Staff members. Communicate concerns to appropriate Staff and Scheduling Coordinator.  Lead Supported Living Staff members in a fair, positive manner.  Train staff as related to persons served, their home, and BQIS related standards. Complete Record of Trainings for each session.  Be available by pager (5) days per week as scheduled by Staff and Scheduling Coordinator to assist with issues related to persons served, their homes, staffing, or any other emergency issues that may arise Provide shift coverage for the house for which you are responsible when there is a call off.  Plan and participate in all special community based activities for persons served. Actively involve the person served in community events.  Participate in client-related meetings, as requested. Assist with medication appointments for the persons served. Route all documentation from the appointment to the QMRP, Supported Living Medical Assistant, as appropriate. Assist with the finances of the person served by staying within the spending guidelines set forth by the QMRP. Promote agency philosophies, generate team spirit, create and maintain an environment that fosters employee satisfaction, maximizes productivity and profitability.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required. Previous experience working with persons with disabilities preferred.  Must possess excellent communication skills both written and oral, and strong teamwork skills. Must have the ability to successfully work in both independent and group settings. Must have the ability to effectively communicate during a crisis situation.  Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and first aid and CPI certification annually and perform as necessary.  Possess, and maintain a clear criminal record per Medicaid Waiver regulation requirements. Maintain a valid Indiana license, and maintain insurability as defined by the agency liability insurance carrier.  Maintain insurance on personal vehicle (minimum of PLPD w/Medical liability coverage). Current proof of insurance must be maintained in personnel file per BQIS regulation. Must be capable of transporting persons served in an agency or personal vehicle.  Dress appropriately as defined by department dress code.
 

 

Position Title: Production Supervisor
Status:
Substitute
Location: Kokomo
Primary Function: Provide job training, work supervision, and programming to adults with disabilities in a sheltered workshop setting.  Assist in maintaining person receiving services production records, quality checks, attendance records, Recipient Service Logs, client billing sheets and necessary documentation. 
Assist the case manager with assigned person in developing and implementing Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Person Centered Planning (PCP), while monitoring person’s progress in terms of production and individual behavior objectives.  Participate in meetings as requested of persons receiving services.  Assist with Habilitation when needed.  Supervise and train consumers in the performance of contracted or subcontracted jobs, reinforcing efficient work methods and product quality.  Maintain production responsibilities and applicable consumer to supervisor daily ratios. Maintain quality standards for all production.  Assist in material handling of production. Supervise production workers assigned to the supervisor’s area and provide training as needed.  Must maintain a valid CPR/First Aid Certificate from a licensed entity, i.e. Red Cross on an annual basis.  Create a positive atmosphere by promoting management/staff/organizational continuity, open acceptance of management or organizational concepts and directives, improved morale, and good supplier/customer relationships.  Must be able to operate normal and customary equipment used in the workshop including floor jacks, two-wheel dolly, heat sealer, scales, saws, drill press and staple/nail guns.  Physical requirements include lifting of materials up to 50 lbs, bending, twisting, lifting, carrying, reaching, standing and sitting.  Cognitive requirements include talking, listening and visual acuity. Strong documentation and mathematical skills with required accuracy.  Physical requirements may include, but not be limited to: bending; reaching; stretching; lifting 25-50 pounds without assistance; grasping; visual acuity; running; walking; squatting, guiding; and handling physical aggression as defined in CPI training.  Provide a safe environment for all consumers. Maintain confidentiality of all consumers. Assist with time studies, job set-up and job design, as requested.  Work cooperatively with other staff to maintain a smooth flow of production. Assist in developing job fixtures for production contracts.  Provide production status and inventory counts to Warehouse Manager. Attend meetings and training as requested or required by regulations.  Occasional high noise levels may require the use of hearing protection and flying debris may require eye protection.  Moderate exposure to fumes, oils, exhaust, paint and other industrial odors. Potential exposure to bodily fluids such as saliva.  Must be able to climb stairs on a daily basis to access work areas, which are currently without elevator access.
Qualifications: High School diploma or GED. Two years experience in an industrial environment or two years experience working with adults with disabilities.  Must be capable of obtaining CPI, CPR/First Aid Certification annually and perform if needed.
 

 

Position Title:  Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist

Status:  Contract/Part Time

Primary Function: Plan, develop, and implement drivers rehabilitation services in Howard and Miami Counties for persons with disabilities, as well as prepare and maintain records and reports pertaining to patient evaluation and plan of treatments. Conduct drivers evaluations of clients referred to Mobility Solutions in a timely manner. Conduct re-evaluation of clients on a regular basis, as recommended. Schedule and conduct individual driver training sessions according to individual needs. Participate in staffings and conferences indicated to review progress.  Create, provide, or suggest instructional materials or adaptive driving equipment for clients. Provide assistance to program staff regarding concerns pertaining to driver’s rehabilitation and assist staff in maintaining open communication with clients or caregiver’s concerning problems arising from driver’s rehabilitation.

Qualifications: A. An undergraduate degree or higher in a health related area of study with one year full time experience in the field of Driver Rehabilitation.
B. Four year undergraduate degree or higher with a major or minor in Traffic Safety and/or a Driver and Traffic Safety Endorsement with one year full time experience in Traffic Safety and an additional two years of full time experience in the field of Driver Rehabilitation.
C. Two year degree in a health related area of study with one year experience in degree area of study and an additional three years full time experience in the field of Driver Rehabilitation.
D. Five years of full time work experience in the field of Driver Rehabilitation.
Must be capable of obtaining CPR and First Aid certification annually. Must possess excellent communication skills both written and oral.

 

 

You can apply for employment with Bona Vista Programs Inc. by printing our application for employment by clicking here & submitting in person or mailing it to 1220 E. Laguna St., PO Box 2496, Kokomo, IN 46904-2496, or submitting your resume via e-mail to hrstaff@bonavista.org. You may also apply in person at 1220 E. Laguna St in Kokomo or at 105 S. Benton St in Peru.  To be considered for employment with Bona Vista Programs, a completed application must be submitted.  Please contact human resources at 765-457-8273 if you need assistance or an application mailed to you.

 

 

The above statements reflect general functions of these jobs and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in the job. Additional qualifications could be required. Bona Vista is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

      

 

 

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