Team Leader / House Manager (CILA Services) - Lake County

Aspire Chicago; Illinois; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Chicago is seeking a Team Leader / House Manager to oversee daily operations of our community homes in Lake County, IL. You will lead DSP teams, manage staffing, ensure proper support ratios, and maintain compliance with medication administration and regulatory standards.

Join a mission-driven team that champions dignity, independence, and community engagement. You will partner with Life Consultants and families to deliver person-centered support, maintain welcoming homes, and drive

Qualifications

• Experience leading DSP teams and coordinating schedules.
• Hands-on leadership in residential services and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and coach DSP teams.
• Ensure person-centered support and family collaboration.
• Oversee home operations, compliance, and budgets.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Description

Empower Independence. Build Community. Lead with Purpose.

About Aspire Since 1960, Aspire has been creating boundless opportunities for people with disabilities. We believe in working together to pursue greater possibilities, foster meaningful connections, and build communities where everyone belongs. Every member of our team plays a role in advancing this mission!

The Role

• PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS BASED IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS**

The Team Leader / House Manager plays a critical role in overseeing the daily operations of assigned community homes serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through Aspire's Community Integrated Living Arrangements (CILA) programs.

This position provides leadership, supervision, and support to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) while partnering closely with Life Consultants and families to ensure each person receives exceptional, individualized support in a safe and empowering environment.

The Team Leader / House Manager is responsible for staffing, team development, person-centered support, home operations, compliance, and continuity of care, while maintaining a hands-on leadership approach. This role is ideal for a compassionate and driven leader who values dignity, accountability, teamwork, and person-centered support and is passionate about helping people thrive in the communities they call home.

Your leadership directly impacts lives!

What You'll Do

Lead & Develop Teams

• Lead, supervise, coach, and develop DSP team members.
• Manage staffing schedules and ensure proper support ratios.
• Conduct hiring, onboarding, training, evaluations, and performance management.
• Facilitate monthly team meetings and promote a collaborative culture.
• Manage payroll, scheduling adjustments, PTO requests, and staffing coverage.
• Provide on-call leadership support as scheduled.

Provide Person-Centered Support

• Ensure services align with each individual's goals, dreams, and Individual Service Plan.
• Advocate for dignity, choice, independence, and community engagement.
• Support meaningful activities including recreation, fitness, education, hobbies, and social opportunities.
• Respond calmly and effectively to behavioral or medical crises.

Oversee Home & Program Operations

• Maintain safe, clean, and welcoming home environments.
• Monitor compliance with medication administration, documentation, safety drills, and regulatory standards.
• Oversee household budgets, participant funds, LINK cards, and supply management.