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Challenge Unlimited, Inc. Swansea, IL Residential Options $11.40/hour, Full-Time; Part-Time, Various Shifts (Evenings, AM/PM Flex, Part-time weekend) Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities need people in their lives who provide them with assistance and instruction on completing tasks most people take for granted. The people who provide this help and training are called Direct Support Professionals, or DSPs. At Residential Options, our DSPs work in residential settings helping our clients learn new skills, reach life goals, and turn houses into homes. Job Duties: Train, supervise and assist Residents on completing Activity of Daily Living (ADL) skills. Assist Residents by completing cleaning, laundry, cooking, and administering proper dose and timing of medications to Residents. Assist Residents with bathing, hygiene and toileting when a Resident is not capable of completing independently. Perform tasks necessary to maintain a safe living and working environment (i.e. cleaning, shoveling walks, etc.) Provide active treatment services as outlined in each Residents plan (IHP/ISP/ITP), and as assigned by the Residential Site Manager (RSM). Ensure adherence to daily activity schedules. Daily document services provided, progress, behaviors and incidents in the Resident files. Comply with MRO billing procedures as indicated in Residents plan. Communicate individual Resident concerns and needs to the RSM. Participate in IHP/ISP/ITP staffing and IDT meetings as requested by the RSM. Communicate safety concerns to RSM. Job Requirements: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Experience with people with developmental disabilities (DD) or mental illness (MI) is helpful, but not required. Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver's license CPR, 1st Aid, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and DSP training provided by the company must be successfully completed within the first 4 months and annually thereafter to be certified and maintain position. Able to use a computer Pre-Employment Test: Must pass state required TABE literacy assessment prior to employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. PI115168597

Challenge Unlimited, Inc. Swansea, IL Skills Training Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm with flexibility to cover 6a-6p as needed. Wage: $16.60 hr. The Employment Facilitator/QIDP (Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional) is responsible for Case Management for clients with disabilities and possibly the supervision of the employees who assist the vocational work and integrated goals. The Employment Facilitator/QIDP establishes and implements client personal behavior and vocational goals with clients and related stakeholder input, provides instruction and feedback to clients for continuum of care and continuous improvement, evaluates the documents progress and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. The Employment Facilitator/QIDP could assist the Director with interviewing, training, assigning work, evaluate and recommend discipline for employees. Job Functions: Provide case management services for clients. Assist the clients with vocational, personal, social, guardianship or advocacy needs. Coordinate additional assistance from staff, client family members or guardians, residential provider and other service providers. Implement client programming, evaluate progress and maintain supporting documentation. Establish annual goals and objectives with clients and applicable family/guardians/residential provider/state counselor. Write new plans and update existing plans. Monitor progress and document behaviors, incidents and service activity. Review staffs documentation and file all plans, reports and forms in case files per procedures. Supervise the provision of work or activities on site or in the community. Assign appropriate work or activities for clients and ensure that proper training, supervision and transportation, if needed, are provided. Assist with reviewing tally sheets and the tracking system. Supervise assigned staff. Train and evaluate assigned Skills Trainers. Communicate regularly with staff on clients updates, work and other changes. Make recommendations for improvement, discipline and assist with interviewing as needed. Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADL) and production work. Supplement staff efforts, or fill in for absent staff as needed, by helping clients with toileting, break and lunch time activity, readying for bus runs or supervising production work. Transport clients as needed for community outings, off-site contract work, regular work commuting or other appointments using a company van or personal insured vehicle. Job Requirements: Education & Experience: Bachelors degree in human service related field or a Registered Nurse plus one year of experience with people with Developmental Disabilities (degree major and experience subject to IL Dept. of Human Services approval to be a QIDP). Certifications or Licenses: CPR, 1st Aid, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), QIDP and Direct Support Person (DSP) training provided by the company must be successfully completed within the first 4 months to be certified and annually thereafter for CPR, 1st Aid and CPI to maintain the position.. Computer Skills : Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. PI114963950

Challenge Unlimited, Inc. Swansea, IL Skills Training Monday-Friday 8am-4pm $10.65 hr. Job Functions : Train and assist client to engage in work and/or alternative activities, monitor their progress and behavior, provide feedback and re-direction as needed. Work closely with assigned client 1:1 in learning and developing their skills and abilities during work and non-work times. Provide appropriate training opportunities during non-work times by following the schedule provided. Prepare and maintain the work area or activity area prior to, during, and after the clients shift. Move materials to and from the area by hand or using a cart. Ensure that all contract materials are returned to the required location. Set up area for activities and skills training according to the area schedule. Complete daily work assignments such as sanitizing work areas, sweeping and mopping areas, general cleaning, etc. Complete daily documentation and any data entry. Document and submit production related reports and/or complete documentation for programming on goals and objectives. Enter data into Kronos payroll system when assigned to oversee clients work. Complete incident/accident reports as needed to address client issues and submit by at least the end of that shift. Assist with the development and implementation of client programs and goals by understanding pertinent information regarding clients. Communicate effectively with client regarding the progress toward goals and program success. Review client files and participate in necessary training regarding clients and their individual needs. Execute formal programming for assigned 1:1 individual and provide updates/feedback to Employment Facilitator regarding progress and needs. Assist with the activities of daily living (ADL) and with community outings and work. Help client with assistance in the restroom, lunch time activity and readying for bus runs. Supervise and assist clients during community outings, off-site contract work and drive company van as assigned. Job Requirements: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Experience with people with developmental disabilities (DD) or mental illness (MI) is preferred. Basic computer operating / data entry skills required Must pass criminal background check. Must pass various State and Federal registry checks. Must pass DCFS Abuse and Neglect Tracking System check CPR, 1st Aid, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and Direct Support Person (DSP) training provided by the company must be successfully completed within the first 4 months to be certified and annually thereafter for CPR, 1st Aid and CPI to maintain the position. Be 25 or older, have a valid driver's license, and pass driving history check All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. PI114843394

Challenge Unlimited, Inc. Swansea, IL Residential Options Do you have a passion for helping others? Complete your application today! M-F/Flex; Full-time benefits $40k annual salary The Social Worker/QIDP is responsible for supervising 8-12 staff who assist Residents with disabilities in completing their activities of daily living including grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, laundry, driving Residents to appointments, shopping or social activities, monitoring and documenting the delivery of medications, and bathing or helping Residents with proper hygiene. Supervising duties include hiring, scheduling, training, evaluating, disciplining, processing changes and timekeeping for staff. The Manager plans and coordinates the treatment services and care for the Residents. The Manager evaluates services and care for the Residents and ensures documentation and regulatory compliance. The Manager enforces safety and house rules, inspections, policies, procedures and coordinates home and grounds maintenance. The Manager also follows the budget, controls expenses and inventory, submits receipts, and assists Administration with financials and public relations. Job Functions: 1. Supervise group home staff: Interview, hire, train, evaluate and discipline group home staff, process timekeeping and staff masters. Update and post work schedules and maintain proper staff to Resident per shift ratio. Conduct monthly staff PBL and safety meetings and individual consultations. Respond to pages 24 hours a day on weekdays and when scheduled for weekend rotation. 2. Plan and coordinate treatment services and care for the Residents: Participate in the initial screening and interview of prospective Residents, as well as admission decisions. Design and implement the IHP/ISP/ITP and as chairman of the IDT, supervise the review and revisions of all plans. Serve as chair person for staffing and the monitoring process for Residents. Ensure that plans are developed according to guidelines for Active Treatment and that all aspects of the treatment plan are integrated, utilizing facility, community, and day program resources. Support continued family/guardian participation and visitation. Provide emergency aid and/or medical, dental, evaluations and treatment per guidelines and recommendations. 3. Evaluate services and care for the Residents and ensure documentation and regulatory compliance: Ensure that appropriate services are provided by the consulting disciplines. Ensure daily and as required documentation is completed in sufficient detail and quantity. Write and update IHP/ISP/ITP documentation. Supervise Residents finances and bank accounts as prescribed by the IDT. Record all accidents, injuries and illnesses. Assist administration in preparing for on-site visitation or surveys of the residential facility. ICF Manager participates in Human Rights Behavior Management Committee. 4. Provide a clean, safe, and pleasant homelike living environment: Supervise and schedule routine maintenance and minor repairs to interior/exterior of facility, as well as grounds and furnishings, or report major repairs or needs to Administration. Maintain and enforce all established house rules, program regulations and agency policies and procedures. Complete safety inspections, provide PPE, and comply with company safety and OSHA standards 5. Manage expenses and assist Administration: Approve all purchase orders prior to purchase and supervise inventory controls. Submit bills to Administration on a weekly basis, approving expenditures according to allocations and need. Assist administration in reviewing budgets and financial reports for the residential facility. Assist administration in public relations as it relates to the residential facility and/or Company. Job Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education, Rehabilitation, Recreation Therapy, Sociology, Nursing Degree or Bachelors Degree in a related field as approved by DHS. Must also have 1 year experience working with people with developmental disabilities. CPR, 1st Aid, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and DSP training, including medication administration, is provided by the company must be successfully completed within the first 4 months to be certified. Passing CPR, 1st Aid, CPI and medication administration training is also required annually. Illinois Food Service and Sanitation certificate needed within the first 6 months and renewed as required. Must pass state required TABE literacy assessment prior to employment. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Must pass criminal background check. Must pass various State and Federal registry checks. Must pass DCFS Abuse and Neglect Tracking System check Must pass driving history check and Company policy criteria, maintain valid drivers license and be 21 or older to drive Company All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. PI114817478