Special Needs Direct Care Support - Live-In Position

MooseHeart Child City & School
  • Mooseheart, IL
  • $43,500–$45,000 Per Year
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
2 days ago

Job Description

Special Needs Direct Care Live-In Family TeacherLocation: Onsite – Mooseheart, IllinoisFull-Time Live-In Residential PositionSalary Range: $43,500 – $45,000 annuallyMake a Meaningful Difference Every DayMooseheart 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.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Horizons Live-In Family Teacher, you will:Provide direct care, supervision, and support for youth in a family-style residential homeCreate and maintain a safe, structured, and supportive living environmentAssist youth in developing daily living skills, independence, and positive coping strategiesSupport youth in addressing behavioral, emotional, and social challengesServe as a positive role model for healthy relationships, communication, and personal responsibilityImplement individualized care and support strategies as part of the residential treatment teamCollaborate with supervisors, clinicians, and residential staff to support youth successQualificationsSuccessful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting youth and creating a positive residential environment.Preferred qualifications include:Direct Support Professional (DSP) certification requiredExperience working with youth with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferredStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to demonstrate patience, empathy, and emotional intelligenceEffective problem-solving and conflict resolution skillsAbility to work collaboratively within a residential team environmentWhy Join MooseheartWorking at Mooseheart means becoming part of a mission-driven community dedicated to helping youth reach their full potential.Benefits include:Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanLife InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Paid Time OffCompetitive SalaryThe opportunity to live and work in a unique residential community environmentJoin Our TeamIf 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMooseheart, IL
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$43,500–$45,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Community Supportunmatched
  • Conflict Resolutionunmatched
  • Developmental Disabilitiesunmatched
  • Futuresunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Personal Careunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Special Needsunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched

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