Team Leader, Shady Oaks

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois • Homer Glen, IL

18h • Onsite

About The Position

LSSI is hiring a full-time Team Leader. The Team Leader will be responsible for assisting in the supervision and management of residential programs and providing direct care, specialized treatment, and assistance to individuals in a residential program in accordance with the individual’s plan.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the field required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• PC/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software required.
• Background check clearance required.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) or more years of experience in the field preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Access to reliable transportation preferred.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury, and property damage preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative direction and initiate communication with necessary personnel.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the clients’ habilitation plans and facilitate the integration of all services related.
• File and assist with maintenance of individuals’ records, ensuring documentation is accurate and current.
• Commit to and actively participate in following all procedures identified by the supervisor.
• Actively assure that the living environment is kept clean and safe, completing special duties as assigned.
• Provide residents with direct care assistance as required or identified.
• Perform scheduled safety drills, document and submit results to supervisor.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Benefits

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Salary $23.50-$24/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees