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Underwriting Associate (Technology P&C)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

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Underwriting Associate (Technology P&C)

Chicago, IL · On-site

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A Disability Assistant provides support to individuals with disabilities, helping them with daily activities, mobility, communication, and personal care. They may work in homes, schools, workplaces, or healthcare settings to ensure clients have the assistance needed to live independently and comfortably. Responsibilities can include assisting with medical appointments, household tasks, and social interactions. This role requires patience, empathy, and strong communication skills.

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A typical day for a Disability Assistant often involves assisting clients with daily living activities such as mobility, hygiene, meal preparation, and participating in community activities. You may also help implement individual care plans, document progress, and communicate observations to healthcare professionals or family members. Disability Assistants frequently collaborate with occupational therapists, nurses, social workers, and family caregivers to provide holistic support tailored to each client’s needs. This teamwork ensures a safe, supportive environment where clients can maintain as much independence as possible while achieving their personal goals.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a disability assistant?

To thrive as a Disability Assistant, you need knowledge of disability support practices, personal care techniques, and basic first aid, often complemented by a relevant certification such as a Certificate III in Individual Support. Familiarity with assistive technology, mobility aids, and documentation or case management systems is also valuable. Key soft skills include patience, empathy, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to individuals’ specific needs. These skills are essential for providing effective, respectful, and person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in various care settings.

What qualifications do you need to work with people with disabilities?

Disability Assistants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with relevant training or certification in caregiving, first aid, or disability support. Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are also important qualifications for this role.

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Federal Work Study - Disability Access Center Aide

City Colleges of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

City Colleges Of Chicago rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

237th of 630 rated colleges and universities

Job description

FEDERAL WORK STUDY - DISABILITY ACCESS CENTER  AIDE
OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE - DISABILITY ACCESS CENTER (DAC)

City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.  The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education's regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses.
FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off-campus locations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  •  
    • Under the general direction of the assigned supervisor, the Student Disability Access Center
    • Monitor performs duties in support of the Disability Access Center.
    • Assists Disability Access Center staff by providing support on various projects.
    • Performs general office duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing and sorting.
    • Performs related duties as required.
    • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Service Excellence Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Eligibility Requirements:

  •  
    • Applicants must be 16years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
    • Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
    • Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
    • Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
    • Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
    • Applicants must be in "good standing" - no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
    • Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
    • All positions are "employment at-will"

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  •  
    • High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago.
    • Good written and oral communication skills
    • Great organizational skills
    • Able to multitask and adapt to new tasks with little notice
    • Able to exercise independent judgment
    • Prior experience working in disability environment and knowledge of disability laws helpful, but not required
      Salary: $17/05/hr

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

FEDERAL WORK STUDY - DISABILITY ACCESS CENTER  AIDE
OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE - DISABILITY ACCESS CENTER (DAC)

City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.  The Federal Work Study Program (FWS) is a federally-funded financial aid program that provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students in order to assist them with postsecondary financial needs. City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) complies with the Department of Education's regulations regarding the FWS program and allows students to benefit from this opportunity.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:
The FWS program encourages students to gain experience in their prospective fields by placing them in areas and departments aligned with their area of study whenever possible. Students are able to use their wages towards educational and living expenses.
FWS jobs are available in areas such as academic departments, laboratories, libraries, administrative offices, student centers and several off-campus locations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  •  
    • Under the general direction of the assigned supervisor, the Student Disability Access Center
    • Monitor performs duties in support of the Disability Access Center.
    • Assists Disability Access Center staff by providing support on various projects.
    • Performs general office duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing and sorting.
    • Performs related duties as required.
    • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Service Excellence Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Eligibility Requirements:

  •  
    • Applicants must be 16years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
    • Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
    • Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
    • Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
    • Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
    • Applicants must be in "good standing" - no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
    • Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
    • All positions are "employment at-will"

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  •  
    • High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago.
    • Good written and oral communication skills
    • Great organizational skills
    • Able to multitask and adapt to new tasks with little notice
    • Able to exercise independent judgment
    • Prior experience working in disability environment and knowledge of disability laws helpful, but not required
      Salary: $17/05/hr

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

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