Notice of Privacy Practices for Job Applicants


 

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of all job applicants. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your information when you apply for a job with us in the United States.


 

1. Scope

This policy applies to individuals who apply for employment with Turning Pointe Autism Foundation within the United States, whether through our website, a recruitment agency, or another method.
 

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

Identifiers: Name, address, email address, phone number, Social Security number (if required), and other contact details.

Professional and Employment Information: Resume, cover letter, employment history, education records, references, certifications, and interview notes.

Background Information: Information collected during background checks, such as criminal history or credit reports, if applicable.

Sensitive Personal Information (if required and permitted by law): Race/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, or other demographic information voluntarily provided for equal opportunity compliance
 

3. How We Use Your Information

We use applicant data for the following purposes

  • To process and evaluate job applications
  • To communicate with you during the hiring process
  • To verify your qualifications and references
  • To conduct background checks (with your consent)
  • To comply with applicable employment and non-discrimination law
  • To maintain internal records for hiring decisions


 

4. How We Share Your Information

Your information may be shared with:

  • Internal HR and hiring teams
  • Third-party service providers (e.g., recruiters, background check services, HR software providers)
  • Legal authorities if required by law or subpoena
     

We do not sell or “share” your personal data as defined under California law.


 

5. Your Rights (California Residents)

If you are a resident of California, you may have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the CPRA:

  • The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
  • The right to delete your personal information (subject to exceptions)
  • The right to correct inaccurate personal information
  • The right to limit the use of sensitive personal information (if applicable)
     

To exercise these rights, contact us at sodoherty@turningpointeaf.org or call 630-615-6046.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.


 

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the personal information we collect from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.


 

7. Data Retention

We retain applicant data for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes outlined above, and for a reasonable time thereafter in accordance with our legal obligations and legitimate business interests, typically not longer than 1–2 years.


 

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Effective Date” at the top indicates the latest revision. Please review it regularly to stay informed.


 

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:


 

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation

Shannon O'Doherty, Human Resources

1500 W Ogden Avenue, Naperville, IL 60540

Email: sodoherty@turningpointeaf.org

Phone: 630-615-6046