Training Counselor/Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Make a Lasting Impact as a Training Counselor at Envision Unlimited. Do you have a passion for creativity, teaching, and helping others reach their full potential? At Envision Unlimited, we believe in the power of support, compassion, and innovation to transform lives. As a Training Counselor in our Community Transition Program, you’ll work hands-on with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them build skills, express themselves, and achieve greater independence. Whether you're guiding a group activity, providing one-on-one support, or sharing your hobbies to enrich someone’s day, your role makes a real difference. We’re looking for caring, energetic, and creative individuals who are ready to grow a career with purpose. If you're ready to be part of a team that values connection, diversity, and progress—join Envision Unlimited today.
Requirements
- High school diploma, Bachelor's degree preferred
- Valid drivers license
Nice To Haves
- Six months or more experience working with the I/DD population.
- College course work in related field (social work/psychology/sociology/special education/rehabilitation/human services etc.
- Registration on the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry as a DSP (Direct Service Professional.)
- Hobbies and / or skills in the area of dance, arts & crafts, theater, gardening, sewing etc. are desirable qualities in the ideal candidate.
Responsibilities
- Serve as an Interdisciplinary Team Member for members assigned by the Options Program Director
- Provide input regarding the member for Discovery, PCPs, Implementation Strategies, Behavior Plans, etc.
- Attend all pertinent training as assigned by Envision Unlimited and the Options Program Director (trainings include but are not limited to: Implementation Strategies, Behavior Plans, Principles of Person Centered Thinking, etc.)
- Apply methods described in Implementation Strategies, Behavior Plans and other plans pertinent to the member
- Follow Settings Rule requirements at all times
- Support members in accessing the community, including 31C objectives
- Support members achieve independence in all activities
- Conduct individual/group activities at the Options Program Director’s request
- Conduct individual/group activities independently
- Ensure members control their own schedule, participation in activities of their choice
- Support members in assessing their own progress and the progress of others
- Support members in completing their own paperwork such as monthly summaries
- Support members in using Quantum
- Support members in gaining/keeping employment
- Support members in utilizing the community daily
- Support participation in Options, Adventures, Expeditions and Neighbors programming
- Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies following appropriate Health and Safety, Safety Care, First Aid, CPR, event/CIRAS reporting and other procedures as necessary
- Successful completion of all required training for certification as Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Benefits
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO
- Dental and Vision Insurance Options
- Company paid Life and LTD Insurance
- Voluntary plans (Pet discount program, AD&D, Life, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability)
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Paid vacation, sick time and personal days
- 403B retirement plan
- In house training and CEU’s
- Employee Assistance Network
- Opportunity for career growth & development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
