Team Leader, Direct Support: Empower Residents to Thrive

challengeunlimitedinc; Pontoon Beach (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

challengeunlimitedinc is seeking a compassionate Team Leader for Residential Services in Pontoon Beach, IL. You will provide direct care to residents, supervise staff in the Residential Site Manager's absence, and help create a safe, welcoming home environment that promotes independence.

Key duties include supporting daily living activities, documenting services and progress, coordinating with the team, transporting residents to activities, and ensuring regulatory and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of experience working with people who live with developmental disabilities or mental illness.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Must pass a child abuse & neglect background check.
• Must pass driving history check and have a valid driver's license; 21 or older to drive Company van.
• Must pass CASAS literacy assessment prior to employment.
• CPR, First Aid, CPI training provided by the company must be completed within the first 4 months and annually thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and person-centered care.
• Build positive relationships with residents and encourage independence, self-confidence, communication, and life skills development.
• Create a home-like environment where residents feel safe, comfortable, supported, and valued.
• Support residents in participating in recreational, social, and community-based activities.
• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, hygiene, toileting, dressing, meal prep, laundry, and medication administration.
• Teach residents to complete tasks independently.
• Transport residents to appointments, shopping, recreational outings, and community activities.
• Follow individualized care plans and daily schedules; maintain documentation.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Motivated

Team leadership

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR

First Aid

CPI training

Job description

challengeunlimitedinc is seeking a compassionate Team Leader for Residential Services in Pontoon Beach, IL. You will provide direct care to residents, supervise staff in the Residential Site Manager's absence, and help create a safe, welcoming home environment that promotes independence.

Key duties include supporting daily living activities, documenting services and progress, coordinating with the team, transporting residents to activities, and ensuring regulatory and safety standards are met.