Host Family Respite Worker

Job overview

The Host Family Respite Worker role is onsite in Tinley Park, IL, with host family homes across Chicago neighborhoods and suburbs; compensation is not specified. Envision Unlimited provides services supporting people with disabilities and community living. The worker oversees host caregivers and supports members' safety, daily living skills, and independent functioning. Through home visits, case management, documentation, and coordination with the Community Support Team, the role helps members pursue goals in their Person-Centered Plans and participate in the community.

What you'll do

• Monitor host family homes through twice-monthly visits
• coordinate with the Community Support Team
• maintain and review medication records, goal progress, safety drills, and case notes
• support members' independent functioning and community integration
• implement individual or group independent-living programs
• monitor home safety and cleanliness
• assist with medication according to program guidelines and required authorization
• respond to medical or behavioral emergencies and report incidents
• accompany or transport members to appointments and services as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

host family respite worker

tinley park il

envision unlimited

host family homes

respite support

independent living

community integration

case management

home visits

direct support professional

dsp training

part-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires two years of related full-time work, two years of college, or six years of Direct Support Professional experience; proof of DSP training and a literacy test within 120 days of hire are required.

About the employer

Envision Unlimited is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.