HOST RESPITE WORKER

Envision Unlimited•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Envision Unlimited is a full spectrum of care organization serving people with disabilities from infancy through age 80 and older, regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Founded in Chicago in 1948, the organization provides services across Chicagoland and Central Illinois, including community living options, day programs, behavioral health services, employment programs, family respite, and foster care for children with disabilities. The Host Family Respite Worker evaluates and trains residents in daily living and social skills to help them achieve and maintain their highest level of functioning in independent community living. The role includes assisting with personal care, transportation, medication, meals, social activities, and responding to emergencies. Workers may provide care in individuals’ homes while caregivers take vacation days. The position requires flexible availability during weekday morning/afternoon hours (10 a.m.–2 p.m.), weekday late afternoon/evening hours (4–9 p.m.), and weekend hours on Saturday and Sunday (10 a.m.–8 p.m.). Employees are expected to respect individual diversity and help maintain a welcoming and supportive work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; proof is required before the start date.
Only American School of Correspondence is accepted for candidates who attended correspondence school.
Valid driver’s license.
Must pass a full criminal background check.
Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Monitor and assist residents with personal grooming and appearance as needed.
Transport and accompany residents to appointments, services, and day program sites as needed.
Supervise and assist residents with taking medication in accordance with program guidelines.
Provide care in individuals’ homes to assist caregivers during vacation days.
Assist individuals with transportation to and from social activities, meetings, and appointments.
Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies in accordance with applicable health and safety, aggression management, first aid, CPR, and other procedures.
Plan menus and assist with meal preparation as required.
Monitor and observe residents with special dietary needs.
Evaluate and provide training to residents in daily living and social skills.
Respect the diversity of clients, coworkers, and stakeholders, and refrain from discrimination or harassment.
Help create and maintain a welcoming and supportive work environment.