Trainings
Our on-boarding and orientation process is the first step in ensuring employees understand their roles and the important contribution they make to CLASS. The right mix of skills, experience and knowledge guides their success, along with developing on-the-job skills.
Diversity
At CLASS, no two workers are alike. We’re proud to have a staff balanced and rich with varied backgrounds, some new to the field of human services and others who have dedicated their career to serving individuals with disabilities.
Culture
CLASS creates a family environment where employees are encouraged to inspire and engage the population we serve, resulting in happiness and satisfaction for everyone under our roof.
Opportunity
We take pride in promoting from within, always considering our internal candidates for advancement when a position opens up. We encourage employees to feel empowered, using their skills and knowledge to help move their organization forward.
Opportunities for Growth
On the business side of TREE,
I’ve learned, on the job, working with deadlines, accuracy, how to work with vendors, and the various supporting processes, such as pick-up and delivery receipts. I’ve also learned about the people we support and how to assign jobs to them based on their strengths and abilities, so that they’re successful.
I had three role models – the director of TREE, the business manager and the program manager – and learned from them the work ethics and working styles I needed to succeed in my position.
I always loved working with elders
and coming to CLASS was a new experience for me working with the individuals. But they have something in common – you need to love them, feel compassion for them and be respectful. Working here I learned more about being human and how to really love. I see my promotion from direct care to Adult Family Care (AFC) as a continuation: I am still working with special people, and now elders, too. As an AFC care manager, I see 25 families each month, so following up with each of them is so important. The gas explosion crisis affected my families and their care and safety became first priority for me. I needed to make sure all of them were in a safe place during the emergency. I respond to each family’s health issues, but consider their safety, too. If one of my families calls me, I pick up.
When I was a receptionist
I watched how the staff engaged with the people we support – I watched and learned. When I was offered the job in direct care it was a no-brainer – yes, I wanted it! I enjoyed working on goals and being creative with the individuals. I also enjoyed working with new staff, to show them how to work with the individuals. When the manager position opened I was pushed by my supervisor and she helped me realize I could do this job, how I am a role model for new staff because I’ve done the job, and I’ve done the job well.