Team Leader / House Manager (CILA Services)

Aspire ChicagoHillside, IL
$55,000 - $55,536Onsite

About The Position

Empower People. Build Community. Lead with Purpose. At Aspire, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, connected, and fulfilling life. We are seeking a passionate and driven Team Leader / House Manager to lead residential support services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in our community homes (CILA). This is more than a management role — it is an opportunity to mentor teams, create life-changing experiences, and help people thrive in the communities they call home. If you are a compassionate leader who values dignity, accountability, teamwork, and person-centered support, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Minimum 1 year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
  • Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
  • Minimum age of 21
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Services or related field
  • Previous employee supervision or leadership experience

Responsibilities

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Ensure DSP training requirements and certifications remain current
  • Work a minimum of one direct support shift weekly to stay connected to home operations and provide service modeling
  • Provide support coverage as needed to ensure continuity of care

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal Time)
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Disability & Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary Benefit Options
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