In-Home Respite Specialist — 1:1 Support (Sat)

Clearbrook; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Clearbrook is seeking a Supported Living Assistant to provide 1:1 support to clients with intellectual disabilities in their homes and community settings in Arlington Heights, IL. This part-time role requires a reliable driver’s license and a high school diploma, with two Saturdays per month from 9:00am to 2:30pm.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, documenting progress, coordinating with the Respite Coordinator, and maintaining regular contact to adjust individual

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients who have intellectual disabilities.
• The In Home Respite SLA provides direct support and services to clients in the Respite Services Program and acts to ensure the well being of these clients.
• Act as a member of the Community Support Team (CST) to ensure that direct supports and services are provided in accordance with the client’s individual support plan.
• Provide supervision and training in activities of daily living, including, but not limited to; community outings, personal hygiene, money management skills, consumer skills development, mobility skills, housekeeping skills, personal health skills, cooking skills, laundry skills, and social skills.
• Implement and record client progress on individualized program goals, daily checklists, behavioral objectives, and any other related data sheets.
• Consult with Respite Coordinator in regard to client needs, long term goals and individual objectives.
• Maintain contact with the Respite Coordinator on a monthly basis.
• Exhibit initiative and flexibility in handling unexpected situations, problems, temporary tasks, and emergency situations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Clearbrook is seeking a Supported Living Assistant to provide 1:1 support to clients with intellectual disabilities in their homes and community settings in Arlington Heights, IL. This part-time role requires a reliable driver’s license and a high school diploma, with two Saturdays per month from 9:00am to 2:30pm.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, documenting progress, coordinating with the Respite Coordinator, and maintaining regular contact to adjust individual