Join our dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of the men and women of Lambs Farm. We offer career enhancement opportunities, management training, a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and a wonderful and rewarding place to work just 35 miles north of Chicago.

We currently have openings for the following positions:

Facilities Management

SECURITY OFFICER Adhere the quality of life for Participants, staff, and guests by priority. Insure all retail, businesses, vocational, and residences are patrolled regularly. Initiate fire drills and timed documentation of evacuations per annual safety officers calendar. High School diploma or equivalent. Background or exposure to any police or security work beneficial. Must have valid drivers license with no moving violations for past 12 months. Hours: Sun, Mon, Tues 4pm-12am, Wed & Thurs 12am-8am.. Starting pay $10.00 per hour.

Programs

QUALIFIED MENTAL RETARDATION PROFESSIONAL (QMRP) - Coordinate outcome related services by developing, implementing and overseeing programming. Train and monitor staff to ensure services are in place and meet agency requirements. Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Service field with minimum of one year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Must be DHS approvable and able to complete QMRP training within 6 months of employment. Valid Driver’s license with no moving violations for the past 12 months required.

Recreation

RECREATION AND LEISURE SERVICES SPECIALIST Responsibilities include preparing and teaching classes, leading recreational activities, monitoring Participants and managing assigned tasks. Must be able to drive 15 passenger van to and from program activities. Must have the ability to physically train and assist persons in sports and fitness activities. Bachelor’s Degree in recreation, physical education, leisure services, therapeutic recreation, exercise science or experience in the field of developmental disabilities required. Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license and be violation free for at least one year.

Residential

DIRECT SUPPORT PERSON We are seeking caring individuals to assist adults with developmental disabilities to achieve their Personal Goals and Daily Living Skills. The ideal candidate is creative, energetic, and a self-starter with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Bachelor or Associate degree in Social Service field or HS equivalent with 1 to 2 years related experience preferred. DSP certification also preferred. Paid DSP Certification Training Program available. Must have valid drivers license with no moving violations for past 12 months. Starting rate is $10.33 per hour.

DSP SLEEP Positions Lambs Farm is a Residential and Vocational training site for adults with Developmental Disabilities. Staff is needed to provide mature and prompt response in the event of a participant or physical ground emergency between the hours of 10pm and 7am Friday and Saturday nights. Designated wage paid for training, meetings, etc. Minimum wage paid for actual sleep time. Contact Lambs Farm to discuss the position and your availability.

Vocational

JOB COACH - The Job Coach provides supported employment training for adults with developmental disabilities working in the community and on grounds. The ideal candidate is creative, energetic, and a self-starter with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. High School diploma and one year experience working with people with developmental disabilities required. Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred. Must be physically able to train persons on job tasks, have effective verbal and written skills plus valid drivers license with no moving violations for the past 12 months. Basic computer skills preferred. Must possess skills to work independently with outside vendors.

For immediate consideration, email your resume to:

employmentopportunities@lambsfarm.org

Or, apply in person at:

Lambs Farm
14245 W. Rockland Road
Libertyville, IL 60048
Phone:847-362-4636
Fax: 847-362-0742

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