Top 119 Direct support professional Jobs in Skokie Il

Residential Supervisor
RAY GRAHAM ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES —Elmhurst, IL
- $44,883 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Residential Coordinator
RAY GRAHAM ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES —Elmhurst, IL
- $52,488 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Individual Advocacy Group —Bloomingdale, IL
- $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Medication administration
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional
Individual Advocacy Group —Glendale Heights, IL
- From $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Caregiving
- Patient care
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Overnight DSP - Developmental Disabilities Aide
Golfview Developmental Center —Des Plaines, IL
- From $18.50 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Caregiving
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) – Full Time, Part Time, and Floater
Orchard Village —Skokie, IL
- $23.10 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Caregiver
Arosa Skokie —Skokie, IL
- From $17.75 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Professional Full-Time ChicagoLand Floaters
Envision Unlimited —Chicago, IL
- $24.14 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Direct Support Professional
SHORE COMMUNITY SERVICES INC —Skokie, IL
- $20.85 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
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Direct Support Professional DSP
Search360 —Skokie, IL
- $22 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Caregiver
Belmont Village —Buffalo Grove, IL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- 18 years or older
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Professional
Individual Advocacy Group —Schaumburg, IL
- From $21 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Medication administration
- Caregiving
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Individual Advocacy Group —Schaumburg, IL
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Medication administration
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional
Individual Advocacy Group —Glendale Heights, IL
- From $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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IDD Direct Support Professional - DSP - CILA
Mayflower Homes —Wheaton, IL
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Vital signs
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Direct Support Professional (Bachelor's Degree Required)
Action Behavior Centers —Wheeling, IL
- $17.50 - $27.00 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- Master's degree
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Full-time
Aspire Chicago —Waukegan, IL
- $20.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- 403(b) matching
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Direct Support Professional Full-Time (Northside of Chicago)
Envision Unlimited —Chicago, IL
- $21.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Direct Support Professional Part-Time (Northside of Chicago)
Envision Unlimited —Chicago, IL
- $21.95 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Direct Support Professional Substitute
Anixter Center —Evanston, IL
- $21.12 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Residential
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Residential Supervisor

RAY GRAHAM ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES -
Elmhurst, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$44,883 a year

Benefits

Paid training
Mileage reimbursement
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
Regulatory compliance
Social service program staff supervision
Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities
Employee relationship building
Developmental disability care assistance
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Intellectual disabilities support
Adults with developmental disabilities
Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
Disability services experience
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

Description:

The Residential Supervisor provides leadership and operational oversight for 2–4 Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) homes, supporting a caseload of up to 16 people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and directly supervising Direct Support Professional (DSP) team members.

This position is responsible for ensuring high-quality, person-centered services while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, licensing, accreditation, and agency standards, including requirements established by DHS, DCFS, IDPH, BQM, BALC, CQL, CMS, and other regulatory entities.

The Residential Supervisor develops and supports DSP teams through coaching, mentoring, accountability, and performance management while fostering an environment where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can achieve their personal goals, exercise choice, develop independence, and actively participate in their communities. The position also oversees household operations, staffing, budgets, and agency resources in alignment with Ray Graham Association's mission, values, and strategic priorities.

Schedule Expectations

The Residential Supervisor schedule is designed to provide consistent leadership and support across assigned residential locations.

Typical schedules are Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday, based on program needs.
Standard work hours are generally 11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., including one later evening each week.
One workday may be scheduled flexibly for administrative responsibilities with supervisor approval.
Weekend shifts are primarily first shift but may include second-shift coverage based on operational needs.
Regular travel between multiple residential homes and other Ray Graham Association locations is required.
Must be available to adjust work hours for emergencies, staffing needs, on-call responsibilities, meetings, and program operations.

Essential Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

Provide direct supervision, coaching, mentoring, and accountability for DSP team members.
Conduct performance evaluations, observations, coaching sessions, and corrective action in accordance with agency timelines.
Coordinate onboarding, orientation, training, certification, and professional development of team members.
Maintain appropriate staffing coverage and respond promptly to operational needs.
Ensure compliance with agency policies, procedures, licensing regulations, accreditation standards, and contractual requirements.
Maintain working knowledge of the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement and administer provisions consistently.
Promote a culture of professionalism, respect, accountability, and excellent customer service.
Collaborate with Residential Coordinators, QIDPs, nursing staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality services.
Ensure residential homes remain safe, clean, organized, and compliant with agency standards.

Team Development

Foster a positive, collaborative, and solution-focused work environment.
Facilitate monthly team meetings and document required training topics.
Coach DSPs to promote independent decision-making, leadership development, and professional growth.
Recognize employee achievements and support engagement initiatives.
Ensure DSPs are proficient in agency technology, documentation systems, and electronic health records.
Promote consistent communication and teamwork across assigned homes.

Person-Centered Supports & Advocacy

Ensure services are delivered according to each person's Individual Service Plan (ISP), goals, preferences, dreams, and desired personal outcomes.
Promote informed choice, dignity, rights, and self-determination.
Support meaningful community participation and individualized activities based on personal interests.
Encourage self-advocacy and opportunities for leadership within the community.

Community Partnerships

Promote community inclusion and development of natural supports.
Build positive relationships with families, guardians, community agencies, healthcare providers, and external stakeholders.
Represent Ray Graham Association professionally within the community.
Support partnerships that enhance opportunities for people receiving services.

Financial & Administrative Responsibilities

Monitor household budgets and ensure responsible use of agency resources.
Oversee SNAP benefits, True Link accounts, Divvy purchases, petty cash, and other site financial resources.
Ensure accurate documentation and timely completion of required reports, billing support, data entry, and administrative deadlines.
Maintain records that support internal and external audits.
Monitor inventory, household supplies, and purchasing needs.

Performance Expectations

Successful Residential Supervisors consistently:

Deliver services aligned with Ray Graham Association's mission and CQL Person-Centered Excellence standards.
Maintain regulatory, licensing, and accreditation compliance.
Build engaged, high-performing DSP teams through coaching and accountability.
Complete evaluations, training, and corrective actions within required timeframes.
Maintain safe, welcoming, and compliant residential environments.
Minimize staffing vacancies through proactive scheduling and workforce planning.
Demonstrate sound fiscal stewardship and budget accountability.
Submit accurate documentation and administrative reports by established deadlines.
Support timely Therap documentation, billing oversight, and data accuracy.
Foster a positive workplace culture where employees and people supported can Reach, Grow, and Achieve.

Benefits

Ray Graham Association offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our team members.

Eligible employees may receive:

Competitive salary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
Voluntary supplemental insurance options
403(b) Retirement Plan with a 3% employer match
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid training and professional development opportunities
Employee referral bonus program
Mileage reimbursement for approved business travel
Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development within a mission-driven organization

Requirements:

Education

Required

High School Diploma or GED
Valid Illinois Driver's License

Preferred

Associate or bachelor's degree in human services, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field.

Required Certifications

Successfully complete CANTS, LEADS, State Police, and all required background checks.
Successfully complete all agency-required orientation and training within established timeframes.
Maintain certifications and training required by Ray Graham Association and applicable regulatory agencies.

Experience

Required

Minimum of 3 year's experience providing direct support services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Previous leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience.
Experience working within person-centered service models.

Preferred

3–5 years of supervisory experience in residential human services.
Experience with DHS, IDPH, CQL, HCBS, BALC, Therap, and electronic documentation systems.
Experience supervising union employees and working within a collective bargaining environment.

Core Competencies

Leadership and Team Development
Person-Centered Practices
Regulatory Compliance
Coaching and Performance Management
Communication and Relationship Building
Conflict Resolution
Organizational and Time Management
Financial Accountability
Critical Thinking and Decision Making
Technology Proficiency
Adaptability and Problem Solving
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Ray Graham Association is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background checks, pre-employment drug screening, and ongoing compliance with agency policies. Employees may be subject to random drug testing in accordance with agency policy.

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