Coordinator of Residential Services

El Valor Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation days and sick leave

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

401k with employer matching

Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D coverage

Company-paid short-term disability coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A nonprofit organization based in Chicago is seeking a full-time Coordinator of Residential Services. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of six Community Integrated Living Arrangements. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring compliance with program requirements, and assisting in staff training. The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in Human Services, relevant experience, and is fluent in English and Spanish. Competitive hourly pay between $23.00 – $26.00 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Two years of prior experience with the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) population preferred.
• Completion of DSP certification training program preferred but not required.
• Current valid Illinois driver's license and proof of insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Support management of six Community Integrated Living Arrangements.
• Ensure compliance with program requirements and staffing of all homes.
• Assist in training of Direct Support Personnel.

Skills

Fluent verbal and written English

Fluent verbal and written Spanish

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and overnights

Flexibility and ability to work all shifts

Physical ability to lift/move objects up to 40 pounds

Education

BA/BS in Human Services field from an accredited institution

Job description

The Coordinator of Residential Services will support the management team with regard to all six Community Integrated Living Arrangements in the Agency. Assists in the oversight of a ll day to day operations for El Valor’s six Community Integrated Living Arrangements. The Coordinator will work directly with the Manager of Residential Services and House Supervisors to ensure compliance with all program requirements, staffing of all homes, assist in training of Direct Support Personnel, and provide support to the facilities to ensure meaningful community engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in Human Services field from an accredited school of higher education required.
• Two years of prior experience with the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) population preferred;
• Fluent verbal and written English and Spanish communication preferred;
• Completion of a DSP certification training program preferred but not required (training may be provided);
• Passion and commitment working with adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities;
• Must pass a reading comprehension test and pre-employment background check screening requirements;
• Successful completion of First Aid/CPR certification required within four months of hire or current certification;
• Complete Medication Administration training courses within four months of hire;
• Current, valid Illinois driver’s license and proof of insurance required;
• Reliable means of transportation required;
• Willing to work evenings, weekends, overnights and overtime as needed;
• Flexibility and ability to work all shifts;
• May be required to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds;
• May be required to lift and transfer individuals when necessary.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

• Full-Time
• Hourly

WAGE/SALARY RANGE:

• $23.00 – $26.00 / hour

WORK LOCATION:

• 1850 W 21st Street, Chicago, IL 60608
• Flexibility to travel to other worksites/work assignments required.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation days and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• 401k with employer matching
• Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Company-paid short term disability coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement

SCHEDULE:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shifts as needed
• Holidays as needed
• Overtime as needed
• Weekend availability

To apply please submit resume and cover letter [e-mail] regarding interest in this open position.