Off-Campus Job Postings

Positions listed are located off-campus in the surrounding area. You must be eligible for FEDERAL Work Study to hold these community service student positions.

To learn more about these jobs click on the links and contact the organization.

Location: Center for Possibilities
22 Tyler Avenue; Hobart IN 46342
Phone Number: 962-5751
Contact: Michelle Higel
Hours: 10-25 hours per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Preschool Teacher Assistant/Special Education

Assist Preschool teacher with implementing lesson plans, individual service plans and curriculum.  Work with students with disabilities, teaching early academic skills and social skills.  A medical physical, TB test and criminal record clearance is required.

Location: Center for Possibilities
22 Tyler Avenue; Hobart IN 46342
Phone Number: 962-5751
Contact: Michelle Higel
Hours: 10-25 hours per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Adult Teacher Assistant

Assist Adult Dept teacher with implementing lesson plans, student service plans and curriculum.  Work with adults with disabilities, teaching elementary level academics, social skills and daily living skills.

A medical physical, TB test and criminal record clearance is required.

Location: Center for Possibilities
22 Tyler Avenue; Hobart IN 46342
Phone Number: 962-5751
Contact: Michelle Higel
Hours: 20 hours per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Kitchen Assistant

Assist with food preparation and meal planning. Assist with labeling, covering and storing food and cleaning food preparation areas and equipment.

A valid food handler’s card is required along with a medical physical, TB test and criminal record clearance.

Location: Center for Possibilities
22 Tyler Avenue; Hobart IN 46342
Phone Number: 962-5751
Contact: Michelle Higel
Hours: 10 hours per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Reading Specialist

Read to preschool and adult students with disabilities in groups and 1:1.  Engage students in conversation and activities related to stories read.  Select books for classroom and activities based on monthly themes and reading levels.

A medical physical, TB test and criminal record clearance is required.

Location: Center for Possibilities
22 Tyler Avenue; Hobart IN 46342
Phone Number: 962-5751
Contact: Michelle Higel
Hours: 10 hours per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Science Specialist

Create and present science related projects and programs for preschoolers and adults with disabilities.  Select science activities based on weekly themes.  Order supplies for science area in classrooms.

A medical physical, TB test and criminal record clearance is required.

Location: HealthLinc
1001 Sturdy Road
Phone Number:
Contact: Danielle Slowik
Hours: 10 hrs per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Building Maintenance Assistant

The student will work an average of 10 hours per week while they are eligible for federal work
study funding. The job tasks are as follows: minor cleaning of the interior and exterior of
the facility including sweeping, dusting, and possible light snow shoveling/salting of side
walks. The student will frequently be reorganizing office spaces. The student must be
willing and capable to lift 5-15 pound boxes. The student must be organized, punctual,
and a hard worker, as well as, be willing to work on one’s feet for extended amounts of
time. They must also have a warm and welcoming personality and present respect and
sensitivity towards different cultural, racial, and economic backgrounds.

Location: HealthLinc
1001 Sturdy Road
Phone Number:
Contact: Danielle Slowik
Hours: 10 hrs per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Medical Assistant

The student will work an average of 10 hours per week while they are eligible for federal work
study funding and must be currently enrolled in the College of Nursing. The job tasks
are as follows: faxing and responding to prescriptions, taking vitals for both adults and
pediatrics, prepping charts before patient arrives, conducting and processing of minor
specimen collection (i.e., urinalysis and strep screen) and computer data input. The
student must be organized, punctual, and a hard worker, as well as, be willing to work on
one’s feet for extended amounts of time. They must also have a warm and welcoming
personality and present respect and sensitivity towards different cultural, racial, and
economic backgrounds.

Location: HealthLinc
1001 Sturdy Road
Phone Number:
Contact: Danielle Slowik
Hours: 10 hrs per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Office Assistant

The student will work an average of 10 hours per week while they are eligible for federal work
study funding. The job tasks are as follows: organizing and filing patient charts, scanning
patient charts into our electronic medical records system and many other miscellaneous
tasks from around the office (i.e., finance office, receptionist, call center, or human
resources). The student must be organized, punctual, and a hard worker. They must
display a warm and welcoming personality, as well as, present respect and sensitivity
towards different cultural, racial and economic backgrounds

Location: HealthLinc
1001 Sturdy Road
Phone Number:
Contact: Danielle Slowik
Hours: 10 hrs per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Concierge/Elderstyle

The student will work an average of 10-15 hours per week while they are eligible for work study funding. The job tasks are as follows: Maintaining the resource center, greeting patients, answering questions, directing traffic flow, handing out paperwork, and maintaining the lobby. Student must be responsible and have great customer service skills. They must be comfortable working with people as well as organized, punctual, and a hard worker. They must display a warm and welcoming personality, as well as, present respect and sensitivity towards different cultural, racial and economic backgrounds. Saturday hours are available.

Location: Hilltop Food Pantry
604 East Monroe Ave; Valparaiso IN 46383
Phone Number: 477-4222 x225
Contact: Michelle Bowen
Hours: 8-10 hours per week
Job Class: SSUP-3

Food Pantry Assistant

Assist the director in daily operations of the food pantry in part by distributing food to families that qualify and stocking food in the pantry.  Additionally, students should be able to lift 30 lbs.

Location: Hilltop Too – Walt’s Place
554 Locust Street; Valparaiso IN 46383
Phone Number: 464-9997
Contact: Sue Clemens
Hours: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm M-F
Job Class: SSUP-3

After-school Program Assistant

Under the direction of the Youth Program Coordinator, assist in the planning, preparation and implementation of after-school programming for school-age children.  Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, supervising and interacting with children, planning entertaining and/or enriching activities, assisting with homework, art, games, computers, gardening, chaperoning group outings and field trips, and collaborating with other staff and volunteers.

This position requires an understanding of the importance of respecting each child as an individual and the ability to work sensitively with children and families from varying cultural, racial, and economic backgrounds.  Applicants are required to submit to both a criminal background and central registry check (at no cost).  Completion of training in Child CPR, Universal Precautions and First Aid is mandatory within the first month of employment.

Location: Hilltop Neighborhood House Daycare Center
460 S. College St
Phone Number: 477-4222 ext 250
Contact: Michelle Bowen
Hours: varies
Job Class: SSUP-4

Child Care Assistant

Assist with children 6 wks-6 yrs. Responsibilities will focus on helping children develop socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically. Help each child engage in play and discovery-oriented environment designed to nurture development. May also include helping children with physical needs such as meals/snacks, diapering and toileting, and nap or rest times.

Location: Hilltop Neighborhood House Daycare Center
460 S. College St
Phone Number: 477-4222 ext 250
Contact: Michelle Bowen
Hours: varies
Job Class: SSUP-5

Lead Teacher Back-Up

Under the supervision of the Child Care Director and in collaboration with lead teachers, will serve as a lead teacher “back-up” for a group of preschool-age children. Responsibilities include direct care for children, communication with family members and assisting teachers with curriculum related projects. Position requires a criminal history background check, a yearly TB test and attendance at two separate training sessions.

Location: Hilltop Neighborhood House Daycare Center
460 S. College St
Phone Number: 477-4222 ext 250
Contact: Michelle Bowen
Hours: varies
Job Class: SSUP-2

Data Entry Clerk

Data entry and research of database including address check, name check, contribution detail.

Understanding of Sage software preferable, but not necessary.  General database knowledge preferred.

Location: Opportunity Enterprise
2801 Evans Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Phone Number: 462-0786
Contact: Brenda Jankowski
Hours: 2-12 hours
Job Class: SSUP 3

Toddler Group/3’s Group Volunteer

Volunteer will encourage children in appropriate play and activities to enhance developmental progress. There are many floor activities, so physical dexterity is necessary. The volunteer will also facilitate moving children from one activity to another. A safe environment must be maintained in addition to interacting with staff, children, and families. Volunteer must be self-motivated.

Location: Housing Opportunities
2001 Calumet Avenue
Phone Number: 219.548.2800
Contact: Jordan Stanfill
Hours: 8 hours
Job Class: SSUP 3

Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant would perform administrative and office support for multiple departments. Duties may include creating excel spreadsheets, filing, scanning, and general office duties. Strong computer skills are required.

Location: VU Education Department / Northview Elementary School
257 Northview Drive; Valpo
Phone Number: 464-5078
Contact: Del Gillispie
Hours: 5 hours per week
Job Class: STEC-4

Tutor – Study Buddy

Provide tutoring in Math and Reading for Grades 4 and 5. After school, 3:00-4:00pm on Monday and Wednesday.

Must have a criminal background check completed.

Location: VU Education Department / Central Elementary School
305 Franklin Street; Valpo
Phone Number: 464-5078
Contact: Del Gillispie
Hours: 5 hours per week
Job Class: STEC-4

Tutor – Study Buddy

Provide tutoring in Math for grades 3, 4, and 5. Before school, 7:45-8:30am on Tuesday and Thursday.

Provide tutoring in Reading/Language Arts and Writing for grades 3, 4, and 5. After school, 3:00-4:15pm on Wednesday.

Must have a criminal background check completed.

Location: VU Education Department / Parkview Elementary School
1405 Wood Street; Valpo
Phone Number: 464-5078
Contact: Del Gillispie
Hours: 5 hours per week
Job Class: STEC-4

Tutor – Study Buddy

Provide tutoring in Math, Reading/Language Arts and Writing for grades 1-5. Before school, 8:00-8:45am on Tuesday and Thursday.

Must have a criminal background check completed.

Location: VU Education Department / Flint Lake Elementary School
4101 N Calumet Ave; Valpo
Phone Number: 464-5078
Contact: Del Gillispie
Hours: 5 hours per week
Job Class: STEC-4

Tutor – Study Buddy

Provide tutoring in Math, Reading/Language Arts and Writing for grades 1-5. Before school, 8:00-8:45am on Tuesday and Thursday.

Must have a criminal background check completed.

Location: 1005 N. Campbell Street, Valpo
Phone Number: 510-5432
Contact: Alyssa Kasper
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 A.M to 5 P.M.
Job Class: SSUP-3

Program Assistant

Provides office and telephone support by assisting with telephone client intakes and greeting clients and visitors.  Will perform clerical office duties.  Relieves the front desk/receptionist position.

Understand and endorses the Dayspring mission and goals.  Ability to demonstrate empathy for clients while maintaining professional boundaries.  Knowledge of computer, Microsoft office, and software.

Location: 1005 N. Campbell Street, Valpo
Phone Number: 510-5432
Contact: Alyssa Kasper
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 6 PM -midnight and midnight-7 AM
Job Class: SSUP-3

Client Services Coordinator-Evening Shift

Provide overnight client oversight, supervision and support at assigned locations.

Understands and endorses the Dayspring mission and goals.  Ability to demonstrate empathy for clients, while maintaining professional boundaries.  Knowledge of computer, Microsoft office.

Location: 1005 N. Campbell Street, Valpo
Phone Number: 510-5432
Contact: Alyssa Kasper
Hours: Monday-Friday, 2 PM to 6 PM
Job Class: SSUP-3

Client Services Coordinator-Day Shift

Provides daytime client oversight, supervision and support.  Updates the client Pass List for the evening shift.  Answers the telephone and greets clients and visitors.  Assist with client intake processing and procedures.

Understand and endorses the Dayspring mission and goals.  Ability to demonstrate empathy for clients while maintaining professional boundaries.  Knowledge of computer, Microsoft office, and software.