Loveland Center is where you can …

• Make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities;
• Be challenged and inspired daily;
• Be a part of a growing, innovative organization.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the hiring process like and how long does it take?
Potential Loveland Employees go through interviews, background screenings, drug testing, and potentially other steps depending on the position they are applying for. This process can take several weeks but can move quickly if the applicant gets screenings completed in a timely manner.

What Benefits does Loveland Center offer?
Loveland offers health insurance, dental, and eye insurance, with the organization covering a large portion of the cost for the employee. Additionally, Loveland Center pays 100% of a life insurance policy for every employee, and offers employees 23 days off a year from the time they finish their probationary period.

How often do raises occur?
Loveland Center aims to be the highest paying organization for Direct Support Professionals in Southwest Florida and gives raises as frequently as it is financially able, usually at least once a year.  Additionally, Loveland offers certification classes for direct support professionals that allows staff to earn an additional $4,680 a year, or $2.25/hour, once they satisfy the training requirements.

For non direct support positions, Loveland evaluates pay rates on at least an annual basis and makes adjustments based on performance and the agencies current financial capacity.

What is the promotion process like?
Loveland Center is proud to have a promote from within culture.  Currently, 82% of Loveland’s supervisory staff were promoted from other positions in the company. Staff are encouraged to let their supervisors know when they are interested in taking on more responsibility so they can discuss potential future positions and learn what those jobs would entail.

Explore the career opportunities available to you at Loveland Center and join this vehicle for social change.

To be considered for any openings, please submit a cover letter and resume to info@lovelandcenter.org.