Shift Leader

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cunningham Children’s Home in Urbana, IL is seeking a Shift Leader to join our residential treatment program, serving youth with serious emotional and behavioral challenges. In this role, you will assist with unit management and provide daily supervision and support to youth in a structured, home-like therapeutic environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, reliability, and a commitment to safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• BS in Human Services + 2 years of related field experience
• BS in another field + 3 years of related field experience
• High School Diploma or GED + 5 years of related field experience, including at least 6 months of supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Assist with unit management and provide daily supervision and support to youth in a structured, home-like therapeutic environment.
• Provide daily supervision and support to youth in a structured, home-like environment and ensure safety and confidentiality

Skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in Human Services

BS in another field

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cunningham Children’s Home is seeking a Shift Leader to join our residential treatment program, serving youth with serious emotional and behavioral challenges. In this key role, you will assist with unit management and provide daily supervision and support to youth in a structured, home-like therapeutic environment.

About Us: Cunningham Children’s Home is a nonprofit organization providing residential treatment, special education, and community-based services to children, youth, and families. We are dedicated to offering hope and healing in a safe, supportive environment where individuals can learn, grow, and thrive. Hope begins here.

Qualifications (External Candidates):
Candidates must meet one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• BS in Human Services + 2 years of experience in a related field
• BS in another field + 3 years of experience in a related field
• High School Diploma or GED + 5 years of experience in a related field, including at least 6 months of supervisory experience

Additional Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid Illinois driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and background check

Why Join Cunningham?
We offer a positive, mission-driven work environment with excellent benefits, professional development, and opportunities for personal and career growth. Cunningham is committed to the values of spirituality, teamwork, integrity, and respect.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Holiday Pay

• Paid Leave

• Garner Health & Paytient Card — Healthcare Navigation and Medical Cost Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account (DCA)

• Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 6% Company Match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness Program

• Relocation Assistance

• Employee Referral Program