Behavior Support Specialist - Growth & Impact in Care

Misericordia Home; Illinois; On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Paid time off

401K Matching

Roth 401k with 2% match

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Growth opportunities

Professional trainings

Job summary

Misericordia Home in Chicago, IL, seeks a Behavioral Support Specialist to provide hands-on behavioral support for adults with developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes patience, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality resident care.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and be willing to work weekends. A paid training program is provided, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Weekend availability required
• At least 1 year experience with developmental disabilities
• Background checks, medical exam, and drug screen completed
• Ability to lift 40 pounds unassisted

Responsibilities

• Support and engage residents with developmental disabilities daily
• Foster meaningful relationships with residents and社区
• Advocate for resident rights and dignity
• Demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and adaptability
• Collaborate effectively within a team and with caregivers
• Implement high-quality programming for behavioral support

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Misericordia Home in Chicago, IL, seeks a Behavioral Support Specialist to provide hands-on behavioral support for adults with developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes patience, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality resident care.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and be willing to work weekends. A paid training program is provided, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.