Village Northwest Unlimited 330 Village Circle

Frequently Asked Questions:

What does a day/evening position mean?

It means you work a combination of days and evenings. The day shift begins at approximately 6:30 - 8:00 a.m. and runs for eight hours. The evening shift begins at approximately 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and runs eight hours.

What hours does an overnight position involve?

The night shift begins at approximately 11:00 p.m - 12:00 midnight and runs for eight hours.

Do your part-time staff receive benefits?

Yes - They receive benefits on a pro-rated basis according to the number of hours they work each week. In order to be eligible for insurance, they need to be contracted for a minimum of 32 hours a week.

How many people does the Village employ?

We have 375 full- or part-time staff.

What is the difference between a Residential Skills Trainer I and a Residential Skills Trainer II?

The duties are basically the same. The difference is in how the person is scheduled. A Residential Skills Trainer I is scheduled for a certain number of hours each week. A Residential Skills Trainer II could be compared to a substitute teacher. They may have shifts that are scheduled a month ahead of time, but may also receive calls during the month for additional shifts, as needs arise. At that time, they have the ability to accept or decline shifts according to how they work into their schedule.

My family is very important to me. Does Village Northwest think families are important?

Yes - In fact the Village has a committee called "Family Enrichment Team", whose purpose is to recognize each employee’s family as an asset both to the employee and Village Northwest. Some of the activities this committee plans include: an Easter party, Christmas party, roller skating party, family portraits, and job shadow day. All of these events are planned for Village staff and their families.

What are the major duties of an overnight position?

Cleaning
Food Preparation
Night-time toileting
Getting the people we serve up in the morning
Setting the tone for the day

What are the major duties of a Day/Evening position:

Working with and relating to people with disabilities.
Teaching daily living skills.
Portraying a positive image.
Building personal relationships with the individuals we serve.
Helping the individuals we serve with laundry, cleaning, etc.