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MILESTONE INC·Loves Park, Illinois

$20 - $21/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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Provide direct care, treatment, and safety monitoring for individuals with developmental and physical disabilities in a residential setting. Responsibilities include implementing service plans, administering medication, and assisting with daily living activities and community outings.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Loves
  • Parks,
  • IL 61111Salary
  • Range: $20.00 - $21.00
  • HourlyBASIC
  • FUNCTION: Under the supervision of Home Coordinators, Residential Service Coordinators, QIDPs and Residential Service Directors the team member performs duties for the care, treatment, and safety of the individuals served with developmental/physical disabilities.
  • Description
  • OF
  • Essential
  • DUTIES
  • AND
  • RESPONSIBILITIES: Reliable, prompt attendance demonstrating flexibility and cooperation with team as needed to provide adequate facility coverage and follows team (self)-scheduling guidelines. Monitors all individuals served at all times and communicates all information in communication log and if applicable, verbally reports to next staff scheduled. Completes all daily assignments as directed by Team Leader and/or Residential Services Coordinator (RSC)/Noc Home coordinator (HC).
  • This includes but is not limited to: Individual Service Plans/Personal Plan Implementation Strategies Behavior Development Programs Charting and documentation Initiates recreational and social activities in the home and community as well as ensures all scheduled outings are completed, including Special Olympics practice(s). Must pass all medication training to administer medication and provide active, ongoing interaction to the individuals served. Maintains the home in a clean, safe, healthful condition, logging repair requests correctly. Assists individuals in care of bedroom, clothing and personal items. Assists in all emergency situations and is knowledgeable of fire extinguishers, alarms, emergency phone numbers, and disaster plans. Uses all mechanical lifts, belts, chairs, and other mobility equipment in facilities where necessary, appropriately, and cleans them as necessary. This includes all wheelchairs. Utilizes good body mechanics at all times. Provides safe transportation of individuals served; uses safe, defensive driving skills, adhering to all policies and procedures regarding the use and care of Milestone vehicles. Responsible for knowledge of basic cooking skills or willingness to learn. Follows the established menu plan, adhering to prescribed diets. Develops shopping lists or items need to prepare planned meals, purchases items as needed (staying within designated budget), and submits receipts to Team Leader/RSC/HC. Maintains cordial and cooperative relationship with individuals served, their families and guardians and other staff members, utilizing and promoting positive problem solving skills and ensuring a positive, pleasant home environment. Monitors individuals’ health needs and documents such; accompanies individuals on medical/dental appointments as assigned by Team Leader/HC/RSC. Complies with all Milestone, Inc. policies and procedures. In compliance with Milestone, Incorporated’s philosophy and policies toward Human Rights; immediately intervenes on behalf of the individual(s) served and reports to the appropriate supervisor and/or agency (OIG, IDPH). Orders necessary forms and supplies from the appropriate personnel as needed. Other duties as needed or assigned. QualificationsMinimum age of 18. Completion of Habilitation Aide Training within the first 30 days of employment. High School diploma or GED and passing of the STOFHLA test. Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be able to intervene physically in behavioral or health related crisis. Safe driving record/approved driver.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and a safe driving record. Completion of Habilitation Aide Training and passing the STOFHLA test are required within the first 30 days of employment.

  • high school
  • Documentation
  • Communication Skills
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Care
  • Emergency Response
  • Safe Driving
  • Meal Planning
  • Behavioral Crisis Intervention
  • Basic Cooking
  • Mobility Equipment Operation

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $21/hr
Location
Loves Park, Illinois
Posted
Jun 26, 2026
Closes
Jul 29, 2026
Application
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MILESTONE INC

Milestone has been providing residential, developmental, educational and vocational programs and services for children and adults with developmental disabilities since 1973. Milestone has over 30 facilities including group homes, a specialized care residential facility, a...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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