C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation
1805 South Banker Street
Effingham IL 62401
217.342.2193
Employment Opportunities
Work in a fulfilling career where you can make a significant difference in individual and families lives in Illinois.
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Employment applications may be obtained by clicking on the link below or at any C.E.F.S. County Outreach office or our administrative office located at 1805 S. Banker Street in Effingham. Prospective employees must meet pre-employment requirements. C.E.F.S. is an equal opportunity employer.
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Submission of employment applications and any required documents should be mailed to C.E.F.S. Personnel Dept., PO Box 928, Effingham IL 62401 or delivered in person to 1805 South Banker Street, Effingham IL 62401.
C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation is hiring for the following position:
​Fundraiser Coordinator
Location/s: Effingham administrative office
Description: C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation is seeking a passionate and results-oriented individual to join its team and actively contribute to its mission by developing and executing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, and securing critical funding to support the agency’s cause of “Helping People. Changing Lives.” Qualifications include at least three (3) years of experience in fundraising, sales, or marketing. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in communications, business, public relations, or related field preferred or certification, diploma, or similar qualifications in fundraising. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills are required with the ability to develop rapport with potential donors. Must have the ability to travel throughout the C.E.F.S. service area to promote and initiate fundraising campaigns and events. Benefits include health, dental, vision, vacation, flex, and sick time, paid holidays, 403(b) tax-deferred annuity plan, and a new hire incentive up to $1,000. Must meet pre-employment requirements. Hourly wage: $28.85/hr. Employment applications are available via the agency website at www.cefseoc.org. Send completed resume and application to C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation, P.O. Box 928, Effingham, IL 62401. Attention: Personnel Dept.
C.E.F.S. Outreach Program is hiring for the following position:
​Outreach Coordinator
Location/s: Taylorville office
Description: Are you looking for a supportive, family-oriented work environment? Do you want a position in which you can make a difference in people’s lives? C.E.F.S. is seeking an Outreach Coordinator in Christian County. Responsibilities include local office oversight and the implementation and management of C.E.F.S. programs within the county including homeless and housing assistance, emergency food and shelter, budget and housing counseling, tax filing, utility assistance, and senior health insurance counseling. This position will also link programs that the agency operates with other existing county programs and services to assure clients receive the most comprehensive assistance available. Bachelor’s degree preferred; associate degree required. Must be able to relate and communicate with the target population and community leaders. Hourly wage: $19.91. The base of operations is in Taylorville, IL. Benefits include health, dental, vision, vacation, flex, and sick time, paid holidays, a 403(b) tax-deferred annuity plan, and a new hire incentive up to $1,000. Must meet pre-employment requirements. Applications are available at the C.E.F.S. Christian County Outreach office at 220 West Franklin in Taylorville or via the agency website at www.cefseoc.org. Send completed applications to C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation, P.O. Box 928, Effingham, IL 62401. Attention: Personnel Dept.
C.E.F.S. Head Start Program is hiring for the following positions:
​​​​Lead Teachers
Location/s: Effingham Center
Description: School year positions, 40 hrs./wk. M-F. A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field with equivalent credit hours to a major in Early Childhood Education is required. Must hold a Professional Educator License (PEL) with an early childhood education endorsement or have a Gateway ECE Credential Level 5 while pursuing a PEL. Must be at least 21. Hourly wage: $26.85.​
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Classroom Aide
Location/s: Taylorville Center
Description: School year positions, 40 hrs./wk. M-F.
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be at least 18. Experience working with preschool-age children preferred. Hourly wage: $15.50.​​​​​​
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Lunch Aide
Location/s: Vandalia Center
Description: School year position, 20 hrs./wk. M-F. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be at least 18. Hourly wage: $15.50.
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Bus Monitor
Location/s: Vandalia Center
Description: School year position, 40-hrs./wk. M-F. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be at least 18. Hourly wage: $15.50.
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Health Specialist
Location/s: Effingham administrative office
Description: Full-time/full-year position. Bachelor’s degree required preferably in the field of pediatric health, nursing, health education, public health, or health administration. Responsibilities include planning, developing, and implementing operational procedures in the health component and monitoring health requirements for Early Head Start (pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) and Head Start preschool enrollees. Hourly wage: $23.15.
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Parent Educator
Location/s: Litchfield and Taylorville regions
Description: Full-time, full-year positions, 40-hrs./wk. M-F. Minimum of a home-based CDA credential or comparable credential or equivalent coursework as part of an associate or bachelor’s degree (120 clock hours with at least 10 clock hours in each of the 8 CDA component areas) and 480 hours experience working with children aged 0-3 years old and obtain a home visitor CDA within 3 months of hire. Hourly wage: $20.31.
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Substitute Teacher
Location/s: Open to all service areas
Description: School year positions, 40-hrs./wk. M-F. Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field with equivalent credit hours to a major in Early Childhood Education and one year experience teaching preschool children preferred, associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with equivalent credit hours to a major in Early Childhood Education and one year experience teaching preschool children required. Must be at least 21. Hourly wage range: $22.11-$25.85.
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Substitute Teacher Assistant
Location/s: Open to all service areas
Description: School year positions, 40-hrs./wk. M-F. High school diploma or equivalent and possess a preschool CDA or meet all requirements to submit an application to obtain a preschool CDA within 12 weeks of hire. Must be at least 19. Hourly wage: $17.03-$18.00.
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Substitute Classroom Aide
Location/s: Open to all service areas
Description: School year positions, 40-hrs./wk. M-F. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be at least 18. Experience working with preschool-age children preferred. Hourly wage: $15.50.
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Substitute Bus Drivers
Location/s: Open to all service areas
Description: School year positions. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have a CDL school bus license or be able to obtain a school bus eligibility receipt from the Secretary of State driver's license facility by which to obtain a CDL school bus license. Must be at least 21. Hourly wage: $17.03.
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Substitute Bus Monitors
Location/s: Open to all service areas
Description: School year positions. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be at least 18. Hourly wage: $15.50.
C.E.F.S. Central Illinois Public Transit (CIPT) is hiring for the following positions:
​Public Transit Drivers
Location/s: Effingham County
Description: C.E.F.S. Central Illinois Public Transit is looking for Full-time and Part-time Drivers. No experience is needed, will train. Benefits for full-time drivers include health, dental, vision, personal time, vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, a 403(b) annuity, and a $1000 sign-on bonus. Not interested in full-time, being a substitute might be right for you! Choose the assignments you wish to accept; all we ask is that you be willing to work at minimum 3 days per month. Candidates must have a High School diploma or equivalent and a valid Class D license. C.E.F.S. is a drug-free workplace and applicants must pass a pre-employment screening including a pre-employment drug test. Must be willing to obtain CDL during employment with agency-provided training and support. Hourly wage: $17.03​
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​Substitute Public Transit Drivers
Location/s: Christian, Clay, Effingham, Fayette, Montgomery, Moultrie, and Shelby counties
Description: C.E.F.S. Central Illinois Public Transit is looking for Substitute Drivers. No experience is needed, will train. Benefits for full-time drivers include health, dental, vision, personal time, vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, a 403(b) annuity, and a $1000 sign-on bonus. Not interested in full-time, being a substitute might be right for you! Choose the assignments you wish to accept; all we ask is that you be willing to work at minimum 3 days per month. Candidates must have a High School diploma or equivalent and a valid Class D license. C.E.F.S. is a drug-free workplace and applicants must pass a pre-employment screening including a pre-employment drug test. Must be willing to obtain CDL during employment with agency-provided training and support. Hourly wage: $17.03