Location: Onsite – Mooseheart, Illinois
Full-Time Live-In Residential Position
Salary Range: $43,500 – $45,000 annually
Mooseheart Child City & School is seeking compassionate and dedicated professionals to join our Horizons Residential Living team as a Live-In Family Teacher. This unique role offers the opportunity to live and work within a supportive residential community while making a lasting impact in the lives of youth with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
As a Live-In Family Teacher, you will help create a stable, nurturing home environment where youth can develop independence, confidence, and life skills. Through daily guidance, mentorship, and positive role modeling, you will support youth as they navigate challenges and build a foundation for future success.
This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about mentoring, teaching life skills, and supporting youth development in a family-style residential setting.
As a Horizons Live-In Family Teacher, you will:
Provide direct care, supervision, and support for youth in a family-style residential home
Create and maintain a safe, structured, and supportive living environment
Assist youth in developing daily living skills, independence, and positive coping strategies
Support youth in addressing behavioral, emotional, and social challenges
Serve as a positive role model for healthy relationships, communication, and personal responsibility
Implement individualized care and support strategies as part of the residential treatment team
Collaborate with supervisors, clinicians, and residential staff to support youth success
Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting youth and creating a positive residential environment.
Preferred qualifications include:
Direct Support Professional (DSP) certification required
Experience working with youth with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to demonstrate patience, empathy, and emotional intelligence
Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a residential team environment
Working at Mooseheart means becoming part of a mission-driven community dedicated to helping youth reach their full potential.
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Time Off
Competitive Salary
The opportunity to live and work in a unique residential community environment
If you are passionate about helping youth grow, develop independence, and build brighter futures, we invite you to apply to become part of the Horizons Residential Living team at Mooseheart Child City & School.
Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of the youth we serve.