Community Day Services Director: Advocate & Program Leader

ADP, Inc.; Blue Island (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cap is seeking a Director of Community Day Services in Blue Island, IL. This full-time role oversees the Community Day Services Program, advocates for participants, and leads development and monitoring of individualized support plans.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a human service field, 2+ years of relevant experience, and certifications (DSP training, First Aid/CPR/AED, CPI). Expect 37.5 hours weekly, typically Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, social work or related human service field (as defined by DHS).
• Two or more years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• IDHS Direct Support Professional (DSP) training completed and listed on the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry.
• State of IL QIDP certification status; preferred.
• Ability to maintain First Aid/CPR/AED and CPI certifications.
• Ability to pass Department of Human Services Background Checks on an annual basis.
• Proficiency in the use of computers, software applications, and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advocate on behalf of people receiving services in the Community Day Services Program.
• Develop and monitor individualized support plans.
• Plan, coordinate, implement, manage and evaluate the Community Day Services Program.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

First Aid/CPR/AED

CPI certifications

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Special Education/Psychology/Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Blue Cap is seeking a Director of Community Day Services in Blue Island, IL. This full-time role oversees the Community Day Services Program, advocates for participants, and leads development and monitoring of individualized support plans.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a human service field, 2+ years of relevant experience, and certifications (DSP training, First Aid/CPR/AED, CPI). Expect 37.5 hours weekly, typically Monday–Friday.