Challenge Unlimited Inc
Alton, IL
The nonprofit corporation was originally founded as Specialized Services, Inc., (now Challenge Unlimited) formed by concerned parents of children with disabilities. The parents wanted their adult children to participate in some form of productive activity and hopefully gain vocational experiences that would lead to employment.
Specialized Services, Inc., opened its doors to provide services to six individuals. It was initially funded by contributions from parents, concerned citizens, and local businesses. With a growing need, Specialized Services secured a grant from the Department of Mental Health and grew rapidly to 50 participants. A new building was purchased to provide additional services to individuals with disabilities.
The agency began providing production services as a subcontracted business solution for local companies. Individuals with a disability were able to work according to each person’s abilities under a special minimum wage certificate.
Tom Moehn is hired as President and CEO with a vision for community integration.
Specialized Services, Inc., with a renewed vision to develop human potential through work related opportunities grows to become a social enterprise with the expansion of its production services and the launch of the custodial services line of business employing individuals with disabilities.
Residential Services of Madison County, an Affiliate Organization, was formed with a single group home. The State of Illinois requested that the agency take over a large residential facility in Troy, IL. That facility was downsized and ICF-DD and CILA homes were built to provide 12 homes for approximately 100 residents. This company is now known as Residential Options, Inc.
Through a partnership with NISH, the company expanded its social business model to provide Facility Management Services to the Federal Government. The first contract was at Scott Air Force Base.
Specialized Services rebrands and becomes Challenge Unlimited, Inc.
Alpha Industries was formed as an affiliate organization of Challenge Unlimited. The nonprofit organization was created to broaden production service contracts while creating work related opportunities for individuals with economic, cognitive, social and educational disadvantages.
President & CEO, Tom Moehn, retires after 46 years of service impacting thousands of lives.
Challenge Unlimited hires Charlotte Hammond as President and CEO to further expand and increase the footprint for inclusion and integration in the community for people with a disability.
Challenge Unlimited receives 2013 St. Louis Regional Chamber Arcus Award for Achievement in Economic Inclusion.
Challenge Unlimited expands its footprint to Ohio, South Carolina, Indiana, and Texas.
Job Specifications
Safb mascoutah, IL
5 days ago
Seasonal
Entry Level
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Description:
Who we are:
At Challenge Unlimited, our vision is to become a national leader in providing employment services to people with disabilities that empower them to reach their full potential. We intentionally provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities which will assist them to live, work, and participate in the community.
Challenge Unlimited is driven by its core values: community, helpfulness, abilities, leadership, learning, ethics, innovation, growth, and effective outcomes. It is these values that have powered Challenge Unlimited to its success and has helped over 600 disabled individuals find meaningful work across all of our locations.
Position Summary
We’re seeking On - Call Truck Driver with Challenge Unlimited, Inc AT SAFB Mascoutah, IL
Hourly rate $21.39 On call for snow 7 days a week including holiday
Hours vary mostly from Possibly any time during the week, day or night depending on the need for snow removal.
Shift, Paid Federal & Holidays OFF, must be available for "On Call Snow Removal"
- Veteran's Welcome
Reporting to the Project Manager or Supervisor, the Laborer is responsible for performing work-
related opportunities that allow people who have different abilities to work with integrated teams
and receive work support and development as needed—achieving the highest level of independence
possible.
Performs snow removal duties at the assigned site. Removes snow and ice using a snow blower or
shovel. Safely operates equipment and to help perform minor maintenance of filling fluids, greasing,
and cleaning. Contributes to teamwork by training and helping co-workers, communicating needs to
the supervisor, and implementing feedback for improvement. Performs duties with a special focus on
safety, quality, and customer service.
Requirements:
Perform snow removal activities. Remove snow using a shovel or snow blower. Maintain a clean and safe job site while ensuring current landscape and property is not damaged in the efforts of removing snow.
2. Ice Control Perform ice control activities. Safely and appropriately distribute de-icing solutions such as salt/ice melt.
3. Preventative Maintenance Operate, clean, and perform preventative maintenance such as greasing, checking, and filling fluids, cleaning filters, and other minor maintenance on all equipment.
Maintain quality control standards by completing work thoroughly and promptly correcting any deficiencies and rectifying any customer complaints.
5. Employee Relations Perform work according to the contract’s statement of work, company policies, and procedures with a special focus on safety, quality, and customer service. Follow schedules and/or task assignments as directed. Help communicate job expectations to new-hires or others in need of assistance. Assist with training and helping co-workers. Implement feedback for improvement. Assist with building an effective company culture that embodies our Company values to achieve optimum performance levels and achieve goals and objectives.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Occasionally sitting in the while riding in Company vehicle to work site(s).
Standing Frequently standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, and twisting while performing snow maintenance duties.
Hearing, Speaking Occasionally listens and speaks with managers, clients, and employees to communicate instructions, exchange feedback, conduct meetings and communicate regarding contracts.
Seeing Continually visually alert to monitor employee and client actions and to maintain safety and complete snow removal service duties.
Handling Frequently using hands in using shovel or snow blower and performing snow removal activities.
Movement Occasionally bending, reaching, and twisting.
Lifting Occasionally lifting, carrying, and pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds of de-icing chemicals or equipment.
Occasionally sitting in the while riding in Company vehicle to work site(s).
Standing Frequently standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, and twisting while performing snow maintenance duties.
Hearing, Speaking Occasionally listens and speaks with managers, clients, and employees to communicate instructions, exchange feedback, conduct meetings and communicate regarding contracts.
Seeing Continually visually alert to monitor employee and client actions and to maintain safety and complete snow removal service duties.
Handling Frequently using hands in using shovel or snow blower and performing snow removal activities.
Movement Occasionally bending, reaching, and twisting.
Lifting Occasionally lifting, carrying, and pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds of de-icing chemicals or equipment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.